Mr.Toohey



My name is Derek Toohey. I grew up right here in Ann Arbor, Michigan. I attended King Elementary, Clague Middle School,  and am a very proud Huron River Rat! I received my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in reading and early childhood education from Eastern Michigan University. 
       I have been teaching for 14 years.  My first year I taught a 1st/2nd multi-age class in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.  Then due to a family emergency I needed to move back to Ann Arbor. I have been teaching Kindergarten in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 14 years.  
      I am married to my beautiful wife Emmy. We have 3 children.  Our oldest Lilly is in 10th grade at Skyline, our middle daughter Charlotte is an 8th grader at Forsythe, and our youngest Bennett is a 3rd grader here at Wines. I'm a huge University of Michigan football fan and love to coach, referee, and play soccer.  I love to spend time with my family, run, and teach.  Teaching truly is my passion and my goal is for your son or daughter to not only learn a tremendous amount this year but have fun doing it. If you ever have any questions PLEASE don’t hesitate to get in touch with me! 

                    tooheyd@aaps.k12.mi.us
                    734-994-1973 (Wines Elementary)