As a third grader, I attended the Kalamazoo Public Schools. I graduated from Loy Norrix in 1982 and from Nazareth College in 1989. I earned my BA in Education with a triple minor: math, social science, and elementary education. As a graduate, I attended Western Michigan University. I earned my Master’s Degree in education.
I have been involved in soccer for 34 years. I started playing before AYSO arrived in Michigan. I played for Loy Norrix and Nazareth College. I was the captain for both schools. I earned several awards as a player. Most notable, I was named to the NLCAA All-American team. I played club soccer for the Kalamazoo Tornados (a team that I also coached).

I began coaching soccer when I was 14. I continue to coach today. Throughout my life, I have coach many good teams. While coaching Plainwell High Schools women, we were State Finalist three times. I coached two players that were name Player-of-the-Year for the MHSAA. When I first began teaching in Allegan, I also coached AHS soccer. But, my most enjoyable coaching experience has been coaching Ryan and Hannah with their teams. It has been a great experience to not only coach Ryan and Hannah, but to get to know their closest friends as well. Ryan played for the Force Soccer Club (a club I designed in the 80’s) for 3 years and the Alliance F.C. for 2 years. Currently, he is in his second season on the Plainwell High School J.V. Team. Hannah is in her 3rd season of playing AYSO.

Hannah was diagnosed with Diabetes on November 14 (2002). This has been the most dramatic change in my life. Insulin is a life savior. You can read her story on Childrenwithdiabetes.com  (http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/parents/d_03_1d9.htm) . Hannah has been featured in the Diabetic Cooking magazine (http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/parents/d_03_1de.htm)  and the Kalamazoo Gazette. In addition, her story was a part of a government book from the NIDDK that was presented to Congress. Diabetes is a deadly disease. To help find a cure, Hannah has raised over $6,000 for the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and Junior Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Hannah has been an Ambassador and awarded the “Top Youth Walker” three times. This past year, she started to give her own Insulin shots. Hannah is an incredible little girl and has managed Diabetes better than I could have imagined.

Evan was born in the summer of 2003. He is a curious little boy. As much as he likes to tear things apart, I believe he will invent something when he gets older (or blow something up). Logan was born in April. He is a funny baby just starting to acknowledge the world around him.

In our spare time, we enjoy zoos, amusement parks, and downhill skiing. We are members at Binder Park Zoo. We have had season passes for Cedar Fair (Michigan Adventure/ Cedar Point). In one day, Ryan rode the Top Thrill Dragster 8 times (Mary and I rode it 4 times each). Hannah loves the Frog Hopper and Woodstock’s Express. Evan likes to ride the 'beep beep' motorcycles. We have enjoyed family vacations to Florida, Hawaii, and Alaska. Each trip was unique and awesome.
 

In the end, I look forward to this being a great school year. I love teaching. As you can tell, I have been working with kids for 28 years. Like any year, there will be challenges. And like any other year, there will be successes. I look forward to working through the challenges and enjoying the successes with this year's students.
 

Mr. B
Doug Beauregard

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