I AM READY to make an impact.
Hello, I'm Robert Stough, originally from Liberty, Missouri, a suburb north of Kansas City. I earned my B.S.Ed. in Physical Education from Northwest Missouri State University in May 2013, where I was also a member of the Bearcat football team. My goal is to make a positive impact both in the classroom and as a coach. My journey from a walk-on to earning an athletic scholarship before my senior season in 2012 taught me the physical and mental toughness needed to be a reliable and productive member of any teaching or coaching team.
Professionally, I have had a diverse teaching experience; from suburban to urban to rural: two years as a paraprofessional, two years in Business Education, one year in Physical Education, and six years in Computer Science Education. My stint in Computer Science began when I joined a fully-funded cohort through a partnership between the state of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa to earn an endorsement in Computer Science Education in the state of Iowa. The 2024-25 school year will mark my 12th year in education and my first back in Physical Education full-time since 2017. I am very much looking forward to this opportunity.
A goal of mine for the immediate future is to begin work on a Master’s degree. You can find additional details on my other degrees and certifications on my Resume page.
I appreciate you taking the time to be here!
Testimonials
“Robert performs above expectations in everything he does. I have firsthand witnessed his ability to engage with and motivate youth, peers and a variety of other stakeholders. He was, and is, a joy to be around and is one of those students you knew would be successful amid times of strength and in times of adversity. Robert is analytical, poised with hard and soft skills and exhibits a tremendously strong work ethic backed with integrity.”
“Robert has earned everything he has in his life. He has never been given anything! You will always find Robert with an upbeat attitude and a smile on his face. He has the ability to get along with people of all ages and backgrounds. Robert is a caring person and takes a personal interest in the needs and concerns of others. He is honest and dependable. You can always count on him to be responsible for what is required of him.”
“Robert was consistent. He showed up every day ready to go with the same outlook to get better. He took responsibility for his actions and was always receptive to suggestions for improvement. Robert was a great walk-on athlete, and a tribute that hard work can take you far in life.”
“I can tell you without any reservations that Robert is one of the most up-and-coming educators/coaches I have worked with. I saw first-hand during the year we worked together that he had a tremendous knowledge and desire to learn, great leadership skills, and a youthful enthusiasm that benefits everyone.”
Favorite Quotes
“So many people walk around with a meaningless life. They seem half-asleep, even when they’re busy doing things they think are important. This is because they’re chasing the wrong things. The way you get meaning in your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning.”
“If you’re going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don’t even start. This could mean losing girlfriends, wives, relatives and maybe even your mind. It could mean not eating for three or four days. It could mean freezing on a park bench. It could mean jail. It could mean derision. It could mean mockery—isolation. Isolation is the gift. All the others are a test of your endurance, of how much you really want to do it. And, you’ll do it, despite rejection and the worst odds. And it will be better than anything else you can imagine. If you’re going to try, go all the way. There is no other feeling like that. You will be alone with the gods, and the nights will flame with fire. You will ride life straight to perfect laughter. It’s the only good fight there is.”