GEO Academies - Gary, Indiana

Charles Swanson

Charles Swanson is thrilled to be a member of the Board of Directors for 21st Century Charter School and for Gary Middle College East and West! Charles originally hails from Manhattan, IL and attended the University of Illinois recieving his Bachelors of Science Degrees in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Psychology. He then worked for 2 academic years at 21st Century Charter School and Gary Middle College as a faculty member. After his tenure in the classroom, Swanson returned to school to obtain his medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University. He remains active with his old students by guest lecturing and being a co-sponsor of the Garden Club and National Honors Society. He champions the views of the student, family, and faculty member in his decisions as their representative on the board. He notes, "It is a privilege to serve the community that allowed me to teach students to love science as much as I do."