Jon Berec began his teaching career as a University of Waterloo math co-op student in 1988. He taught computer science lab sections and upper year courses in topics ranging from assembler language programming to relational database theory. Jon has been teaching at Valley Heights Secondary School since 1992. Known as an extremely beloved and valuable member of the school and community, Jon is an innovative teacher who continues to generate interest in computer studies each year. He has created new curriculum for all grade levels and is the author of a computer programming textbook. He was one of the first to teach computer science via synchronous eLearning, introduced robotic technology in his programming classes and started the Computer Programming Club. Jon has run workshops for teachers and board PD sessions. He shares both his technical and musical talents with colleagues, students and in the community. Jon is an avid musician and performs across Southern Ontario with several bands. He is most proud of his wife of 23 years and his two adult children.