Juan Rentería shared his experience at Truman

Juan Rentería shared everything about MOSAICOS at Truman Elementary School, Norman.

Bio:

Juan Renteria, Jr. is a fifth-grade teacher at Truman Elementary in Norman, Oklahoma. As a teacher, Juan considers his role as an educator his highest leadership responsibility. He is introduced to a new group of students and parents every year and is expected to lead them. He analyzes each students' strengths, weaknesses, and formulates growth plans to ensure that students are achieving academic and social success. Juan is responsible for creating positive alliances with families in order to cultivate a strong support system for all his students. Through his experience in public education, he has learned the value of communication, collaboration, and consistency as essential factors for success. Juan is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where he received his Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education as well as his Master of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum, and Supervision. His professional and community involvement includes Norman Public School’s Diversity Enrichment Council, Norman Public School’s Leadership Academy, University of Oklahoma Alumni Ambassador, Leadership Oklahoma LOYAL Alumni, as well as being an active member of Antioch Community Church. In addition, Juan was recognized as Norman Public Schools’ inaugural Rookie Teacher of the Year in 2015 and he is currently the 2021 Norman Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year. Juan is originally from Hennessey, Oklahoma and now resides in Norman. He is a first-generation college graduate and the proud son of hard-working immigrants. Juan enjoys going to the movies, spending time with family and friends, OU Football, and reading Harry Potter. Juan’s goal is to continue changing lives in the classroom and to someday become a school administrative leader. He currently serves as Truman Elementary’s Head Teacher.