Anthropology Teacher Gary Scholl has made a positive impact in the John Carroll community for the past 51 years.

JC aims to have a high level of academics and excellence, and Mr. Scholl has been a crucial part of making that happen through his years and many roles.

Reflecting on his career, Mr. Scholl has served in the roles of teacher, coach, Dean of Students, Academic Vice Principal, and principal.

Having teachers who are passionate about what they do is valuable, and Mr. Scholl has embodied that.

Mr. Scholl’s three daughters are all John Carroll graduates. JC gave him an opportunity to continue some of his hobbies like coaching and service. These give Mr. Scholl the passion and drive to be a great teacher because of how much JC means to him.

“The faculty has inspired me, and they have been my friends — many for a lifetime. This community is a blessing, and I am grateful to be a part of it,” he commented.

This reflects Mr. Scholl’s compassion and kindness to his peers and community.

What sets Mr. Scholl apart from others is the type of person he is.

He explained, “Your job as a teacher is to create in all ways better human beings. Not just better-informed people, but individuals with wisdom, compassion, creativity, strength, determination and faith. Teaching is not for the faint of heart. It requires sacrifice, but the intangible rewards are great.”

Mr. Scholl has done even more for the school in his relationship with the Cheyenne community. He began taking students on Cheyenne service trips and started the Morning Star Pow Wow, a popular event the school has hosted each year in January.

Assistant Athletic Director Erik Fabriziani said, “For most of my time at John Carroll, Mr. Scholl was Assistant Principal and is the most caring and compassionate administrator I have had in my time here.”

Looking back on his impact on John Carroll, it is clear no one has achieved such a greatness and selflessness as Mr. Scholl.