Welcome!

Welcome students and parents to my website. The intent of this site is to keep you both informed of current happenings in class. It is especially useful if you/your child is absent from the class. Use the buttons at the top of the page to go to my different classes. On these pages, you will find weekly agendas, homework assignments, and other useful class information.

About Me

I was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, but spent most of my younger years in Traverse City, Michigan. I moved to and attended Western Michigan University (GO BRONCOS!) in 2002. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science in April 2007. I student taught 10th and 11th graders at Comstock High School also in 2007 in the subjects of Government, Economics, and U.S. History. I worked with students throughout the Kalamazoo area as a substitute teacher for the remainder of 2007 and into 2008. In August 2008, I started a position as a Government/Economics teacher at Lakewood High School in Sumter, South Carolina. Missing my home state a lot, I moved back to Michigan after the conclusion of the school year. I was excited to hear the call to teach at the new and beautiful Linden Grove Middle School, and want to make this year fun and successful for you/your child.

Contact Information

Phone: (269) 337-1740 ext. 1330 or 1331
School E-mail: bonkoskimj@kalamazoo.k12.mi.us
Conferences/Appointments: Before school (8-8:13), planning period (7th hour), or after school (starting at 3:00)