J J Pool
    I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, where I graduated from Skyline High School in 1973.   I attended the University of Texas at Austin from 1974-77 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Kinesiology.  In January of 1978, I moved to the Golden Triangle area and attended Lamar University and began a teaching career in Lumberton which I taught Physical Education and coached Junior High Volleyball, Basketball, and Track.  I graduated in 1984 with a Masters of Science in Kinesiology of Exercise with a specialization in Physiology. 

     I taught in Vidor ISD for 10 years and Hardin-Jefferson ISD for 5 years.  I coached Varsity Volleyball, Basketball, Track, and Cross Country. I have taught Physical Education, Health, Careers, English, and TAAS Remediation.

     Currently at Evadale ISD. I teach Computer Lit, and Kindergarten through 5th grade computers.  I returned once again to McNeese State University where I received my Masters in Educational Technology.  I also coach Junior High Volleyball, Basketball, and Track, and Cross Country and Track at the High School Level.  Evadale has been an answer to my prayers.  This feels like home.

     I am married to my best friend, Terry Pool, who is also a teacher and coach. We have one son, Jake, who attends Lamar University and a dachshund named "Sport" who has been with us for 11 years.  I am very blessed to have the support of my family.