Mr. Tapp

Mr. Tapp currently teaches Earth & Space Science, AP Environmental Science, and General Science, but others may know him from his time spent teaching Physics, Biology, and The Nature of Science.

Before joining the district in 2008, Tapp previously worked for Columbia High School and Conestoga Valley High School.

As a teenager, Tapp received his first job working in his family’s restaurant, Avalong’s. “We had the best broasted chicken I’ve ever had, by far,” he said.

As with many jobs, the food service industry comes with its ups and downs and some interesting experiences. “I’ve waited on many celebrities…they’re almost all bad tippers!  Like, offensively bad!” Tapp mentioned.

Along with his service at the restaurant, Tapp also worked for  a dealership selling cars. “I was the guy who you want selling you cars…honest and not pushy…you know, the guy who’s not making any money,” he said.

Tapp also spent time working at J.C. Penney’s selling shoes for commission, and he was also in the Navy.

“I hoped it would help me pay for college.” he noted. “This was an error, but my son joined the Coast Guard this year, and he’s having a very good experience.” 

“I really like a lot about teaching,” he began. “and I’m always happy when a student tells me I helped them in some way, but I think that life is more about family, friends, and loved ones.”

Tapp also mentioned his perspective on getting jobs like the ones he had throughout high school. 

“I mean this in a positive way; a job can give you a sense of accomplishment and purpose, which is very important, but it’s still a job,” he described.