Radcliffe Creek School, Chestertown
Years Teaching Overall: 18
Years Teaching at Radcliffe: 16
Currently teaching: 4th–8th grade Math
Proudest teaching moment: “Whenever a kid calls me Dad, Mom, other, or sister.”
Teaching Philosophy: “To help my students develop the tools necessary to be confident, resilient, and happy (the order in which a student realizes each of these states varies).”
Toughest challenge facing educators: “It is easy to get distracted from what your goals are, what matters most; I work to overcome this by staying focused on what I can control and by not wasting any time.”
"Kevin Gilchrest is one of Radcliffe Creek School's most beloved teachers. His sense of humor, his interests, and his ability to tell a story have made his classes fun and engaging for his students over his last 16 years at Radcliffe. By developing a plan for each student, he makes sure they are getting the most out of every lesson. Kevin's ability to tailor each lesson individually, while also making them interesting and entertaining, helps his students develop a passion for math. The time that he puts into planning extracurricular activities for the students, including his archery and movie-making classes, creates a complete and fulfilling school experience for the Radcliffe Creek School students.” — Molly Judge, Director
