Mr. Moser is the new AP physics teacher at Daniel Hand starting January 20th after Mrs. Britchi left the school.
Mrs Britchi, the teacher for two UConn AP physics classes and one regular physics class, unexpectedly left her position early this month. After a two day turnaround period, the administration found another individual who is a qualified and UConn certified to fill the position. After going through the interviewing process, Mr. Moser is here to teach the classes, catch physics students up on two weeks of lost learning, and prepare them for the upcoming UConn Midterm Exam.
There are mixed feelings about the transition among the two AP physics classes.
Jack Johnson, a junior in AP Physics C, said he is very upset about Mrs. Britchi’s departure.
“I liked her as a person,” Johnson said. “It’s really sad to see her go, especially how abruptly it ended. I’m going to miss her.”
Lilliana Gerrard, a senior in AP Physics 1, said she was upset about Mrs. Britchi leaving, but she is looking forward to a new learning experience.
“I am going to miss her as a person,” Gerrard said. “It’s clear she has such a giving personality and love for her students and physics.”
Regardless, Johnson and Gerrard are thrilled to have a new teacher.
“I’ve only heard positive things about him from teachers and the administration, “Johnson said. He seems like a really nice guy, and I’m mostly excited to just have a teacher.”
Gerrard said she is looking forward to a new classroom dynamic.
“I can’t wait to meet Mr. Moser.” Gerrard said. “I think some people are concerned with how we are going to catch up on all the missed classes, but my primary emotion is excitement. It will be great to feel in control over my academic success.”
Likewise, Mr. Moser is also eagerly anticipating this new change.
“It’s pretty awesome,” Mr. Moser said. “The students are great, the staff is great. This hits every ‘pro’ so far.”
He also said how impressed he was by the students’ camaraderie, respect, and ability to learn so quickly.
Mr. Moser said he was slightly concerned about the transition too, acknowledging how short of a time he has to finish teaching the UConn curriculum.
“I know that this is a high stakes class for you and your families, and it’s been interrupted abruptly,” Mr. Moser said. “This is a time crunch, but I know we’re gonna have success.”