McKinney ISD
McKinney is located 30 miles north of Dallas and is considered home to one of the state's largest historic districts, the country's fastest growing populations, and a new site for implementing Geometry in Construction. Teacher Danny McFarland and Teacher Steve Burgett from McKinney Independent School District took some time to chat with us about the progress of their program.
What is the size of the structure you are building?
Our Lake Cabin is 8' wide 19'-3"long and just under 13'3" high. We are building on a heavy-duty car hauler type trailer.
Where did you get the plans for the structure?
We got our idea from your suggestion about Tiny Houses www.tumbleweedhouses.com. Our plans came from students who submitted ideas to the architectural drafting class for final drafting. The architectural drafting class students and teacher all are great to work with.
Are there any stories you would be willing to share with us?
Only that I made the right pick for a partner. Danny does not finish my sentences yet, but he is on the same page. (Thank goodness)
How many years of experience do you have under your belt with teaching?
35 years teaching Building Trades and Wood shop, all at the same high school. Geometry in Construction has been a new and welcome change.
After implementing this program, what are some pieces of advice you are willing to share with others in taking this program on? Try to get the kids to buy in early and take ownership as soon as possible.
Thanks to Teacher Danny McFarland and Teacher Steve Burgett for their updates!
