Page 67 - 2020 Priory Yearbook

“When most people think of George, they inevitably think of robotics. Somewhat ironically, the words I remember most from him are “it’s not about the robot,” which exemplifies both how he saw his role as a teacher and mentor and what he ultimately meant to his students. George valued the empathy, understanding, and acceptance that robotics offered to the Priory community, and took the time to make sure that each person he encountered felt known
and loved. George made a huge difference in the lives of his students and will be dearly
missed.”
“George joined the CS department and taught 2 classes, CAD2 and Maker, in 2016-2017. When visiting his classes, I loved the chaotic classroom filled with all kinds of somewhat weird and unconventional materials in which students worked on different projects. George truly empowered his students to be creative and take risks. A combination of deep listening and mindful counsel was his magic power that fostered and elevated students’ passions. He caringly guided and helped them complete their dream projects, whether it was an avocado inspired night light or a car- themed SD cardholder... Oh George, my partner, mybrother,Imissyousomuch!”
- Christine Hemiup
“so BEAUTIFUL! so DATAFUL!” because i’m ALREADY EXCITED and ANTICIPATING FUN.”
i have COOL STUFF in my POCKETS.” “OPTIMISM is KEY!” upcoming meetings.” “there are no IDEAS not WORTH SHARING.”
-ReidMatsuoka “Georgewasarolemodel.Fromhis genuine enthusiasm for all things
learning and robots, to his endless patience and love for FRC Team 751, George reminded us that no matter how tough things could get: with build season, school, and outside commitments, to keep pushing forward through the difficulties. George pushed us, despite how insurmountable life seemed, to never stop building robots.”
- Luke Souter
“George Schnurle attended each and every meeting with a smile on his face and a can-do attitude that encouraged us to perform in our best capacity. He never neglected to mention when he thought we did a good job, whether it was with something small like leading a group discussion, or something larger like persisting through difficult circumstances. Every time I spoke to him about a student, he always came up with something new to say about why he appreciated them... For many of us, George was the trusted adult we needed in our lives. Furthermore, George was our mentor. Not our teacher, not our instructor, not our coach, but our mentor. To me, a mentor is the greatest thingapersoncanbe.”
- Ansa Schmulbach
“its NOT ABOUT the ROBOT.”