Inlet Grove World History instructor Mr. Sutton says the subject he teaches allows him to “understand the world of yesterday, today, and what’s to come in the future.” 

Mr. Sutton, who has been at the school for five years, said he acquired his education at Dillard High School and Florida A&M University where he majored in Economics and Business Administration.

“I originally wanted to be an economist working on Wall Street,” said Mr. Sutton, but he added that he “absolutely” enjoys teaching World History. 

The distance learning method of online and in-person teaching was one thing Mr. Sutton said he found new and unexpected this school year.

“It is virtually impossible to do in any substantial way,” he said.

He said he also is working on a book titled “World of Illusions.” 

“It’s about the true history of the United States and covers the working class and real people of the U.S.,” he said. 

Dieunise Pacius, a student in the TV Production Academy, said Mr. Sutton is very relatable and easy to talk to. 

“He is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had,” said Pacius, a sophomore. “It is easy to talk to him about anything, such as my Korean dramas.”

Mr. Sutton said he hopes students leave his class with more understanding of themselves and the world around them. 

“Without the study of history, it is impossible to have a true identity and know who you are,” Mr. Sutton said. “Students who do not want life to happen to them but instead want to be successful in life have to know where they came from and where they’re going.”