By Bree Corey
Ben Edgecombe is spending his first year of teaching in Elwood High School’s social studies classroom.
Edgecombe grew up and went to school in Minden, Nebraska. While in school, he was in National Honor Society, F.B.L.A., Spanish club, MW club, baseball, and basketball. His favorite subject in school was historical science.
After high school, Edgecombe went on to study 7-12 history at UNO and UNK. He participated in work and studying during his college career and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 7-12 history.
Edgecombe came to Elwood Public Schools to teach 7-12 Historical science.
He says, “Even though it’s my first year I feel that this year will be filled with great success and even greater achievement.” Edgecombe states that his favorite part of teaching would be showing up to school everyday and teaching kids new and important things every day.
When he isn’t teaching at EHS, Edgecombe helps coach a legion baseball team and also enjoys golfing.
Edgecombe stated that he is very happy to be in Elwood Public Schools and that he is hoping to help students be their best.