Dr. Mitchell Schank
Hopkins High School Dean of Students, Cross-Country & Track Coach, and Link Crew Co-Coordinator
Dr. Mitchell Schank is in his fourth year of teaching at Hopkins High School. As dean of students, he works as the liaison between teachers and students to create a positive culture at the school.
“I really enjoy working with students and building systems that help students have a positive experience in high school, while still establishing high expectations,” Schank said.
Originally from Minnesota, Schank returned after college in Iowa, drawn to Hopkins for its outstanding schools, abundant student opportunities, and a vision of education geared toward the future.
“I love working with all the students that come through the doors at Hopkins High School because each one is their own puzzle that you get to solve,” he said.
Q: What do you enjoy about working in Hopkins?
There are so many great educators that I get to work with. The science team was very welcoming and allowed me to try so many new things right away. I got to connect with many educators who have the same vision of education as me. This is a district I want my future kids to go through because they will be able to find something they are passionate about.
Q: Can you share a proud moment that made you feel good about doing your job?
I am really proud of the Link Crew Leadership program that I helped build at the high school. We have 91 Link Crew leaders this year who stepped up to deliver a great orientation day. Through this program, I want juniors and seniors to discover their leadership talents. There is no one classic archetype for a leader so the more exposure to leadership opportunities, the more kids can grow to find themselves.