Mr. Duncan Howard has been teaching at Immanuel Lutheran School for 12 years as the 8th grade homeroom teacher, and has been in the teaching ministry for 20 years. He is currently teaching middle school Social Studies, Spanish, Bible, Physical Education, and Spanish in third through fifth grades. Mr. Howard has a B.A. degree from the University of the Pacific, an M.A. and M Div. from Fuller Theological Seminary, and his Colorado Teaching License from the University of Northern Colorado. Before coming to Immanuel, Mr. Howard taught for six years at the Christian Academy of Guatemala in Guatemala City and one year at Quest Middle School in Loveland.

Mr. Howard is married (for 35 years!) and has three sons all happily married, and five grandchildren. He spends his free time gardening, camping, hiking, enjoying sports (especially basketball and tennis), traveling, spending time with grandkids and woodworking.

Why are you passionate about teaching?
"I love helping young people become all that God want them to be as His disciples. I love teaching Spanish, Social Studies, Bible and especially P.E. My favorite part of teaching is helping students master an area that is difficult for them. I also love one on one opportunities to counsel students with issues that are important to them."

Why do you choose to teach at Immanuel?
"I love the Chris-centered environment at Immanuel and the chance to minister to families for many years while they are here. I also love going on retreats, field trips, and the 8th grade trip with the students. I love that the students are usually motivated to learn and grow. They also work really hard at their friendships with each other and have a great time with each other."

"Immanuel Lutheran School is a wonderful Christ-centered learning environment where students can progress toward their God-given potential in every area of their lives."