Karl Van Sycle
Karl was born in Montana but grew up in Texas. After graduating from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas, he taught sixth grade science and math at the intermediate school where he completed his student teaching. While there, he was also the sixth grade science department chairperson.
Karl then moved to Jackson, Wyoming and taught for three years at a residential treatment center for adjudicated youth. In 2004, he joined the faculty of a private school in Jackson, teaching social science to grades six through eight and seventh grade math.
Karl moved to Utah in April, 2008. His hobbies and interests include horticulture, ikebana, fly fishing, fly tying, computers, aikido, anthropology, bicycling and current events.
wish list
The following is a wish list that this teacher desires for his or her classroom. Any parent that would like to donate any of the items would be appreciated. The teacher will keep the list updated so parents know what has been donated and what is still needed.
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Fine-tip whiteboard markers | ![]() |
Whiteboards |
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Watercolor paints and brushes | ![]() |
Kleenex |
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Healthy snacks | ![]() |
Plastic baggies, all sizes (Ziploc® preferred) |
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#2 pencils | ![]() |
Pencil top erasers |
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Stackable storage containers | ![]() |
Clear sheet protectors |
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Electric pencil sharpener | ![]() |
Hand sanitizer (pump bottles) |
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Bounty® or Viva® paper towels | ![]() |
3-hole punch |
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Board games (for indoor recess | ![]() |
Cardstock (assorted colors) |
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Reading books | ![]() |
Red ball-point pens |
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Green ball-point pens |



