Mr. Bradley

Where were you born and where have you lived?

I was born in rural New Jersey (Yes, it exists!).  I went to school and met my wife in college in Worcester, Massachusetts.  We moved to Pennsylvania after college and both got degrees there. Finally, we moved to Fort Collins to be closer to family.  We then bought a house in Loveland, where we now live.

Where did you attend university or college? 

I went to Worcester Polytechnic Institute to get my B.S. in Technical Communication.  I then got my B.S. in Secondary Education for Math at West Chester University of Pennsylvania.  Finally, I received my M.S. for Structural Engineering and Mechanics from CSU.

What kind of reading do you most enjoy? 

I enjoy non-fiction mostly.  I like to be immersed in the story though. I have a weakness for stories that involve someone experiencing something incredible, especially if the author is descriptive, lets us see their process, offers a unique perspective, or presents a mind-opening philosophy.  

What are some small essentials that make life more comfortable?

I enjoy a good cup of coffee and a big bite of chewy gluten.  Also, in general, comfort to me is the satisfaction that comes with having the things I use work as they should.  I truly appreciate: comfortable clothes and shoes, sharp tools, markers that flow well, pans that don’t stick, appliances that perform, etc.

What are your favorite snacks? 

In a word, yes!  I enjoy all fruit, but also salty snacks.  Chips and salsa, peanuts, pretzels, crackers, potato-chips, popcorn, cheez-its, Peanut M&M’s, chocolate chip cookies…

What do you do to unwind?

I am convinced that the only real way for me to actually work through the brain mush and unwind is to go for a long run or practice yoga for a long period of time.  That being said, I love reading to my boys, watching a well-crafted movie or show with my wife, playing chess or other games involving puzzles or strategy, listening to deep cuts from the 60’s and 70’s, listening to an audiobook, and sometimes playing a video game or watching an interesting YouTube video.

How could a parent volunteer help you the most? 

I do not see myself needing a parent volunteer at this point in time, but if I did, I might ask for help preparing learning resources.