My name is Jeffrey L. Ridout, I'm one of six children born and raised in Spokane, Washington.

In 1991 I received my Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from Western Washington University located in Bellingham, Washington. I finished my Master In Teaching degree at Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington in 1996.

I moved to El Paso, Texas in the summer of 1996 and began my teaching career that Fall at Franklin High School. This is my 5th year teaching at Franklin. The subjects I've taught are Algebra I and II and Geometry.

I love athletics. I played football and baseball in high school and now I stay fit by continuing my study of Shotokan Karate, going to World Gym, and playing golf. I also enjoy listening to Classical, Baroque and Christian music.  

This is my second year being associated with the Texas Aerospace Scholars Program. Last year I assisted with the Red and Blue Teams and this year it looks like I will be with the White Team. I'm looking forward to an outstanding week.