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Mr Knight!

Thank you for being a passionate and dedicated teacher!! Comp Gov was one of my favorite classes as I always looked forward to your engaging lectures. Your excitement while lecturing was clear and it was due to your enthusiasm for the subject that sparked my own interest in international relations. I am now a political science major with a concentration in IR! Thank you for always being a patient and fun teacher! We wish you the best!!

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Thank you so much for everything Mr. Knight!!! I've never been that interested in politics or government, but your class has been one of my favorites from high school. You are so welcoming, understanding, and kind to everyone. I instantly felt comfortable in your class last year because of how easy it was to talk to you and because of how inclusive you were to everyone. Thank you again for all the joy, compassion, and love you bring to this world. I will never forget you and I wish you all the best!!!

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Mr. Knight, you will be dearly missed. I have rarely if ever had a teacher put so much time and effort into making me more comfortable with both the class environment and material as yourself.

Thank you for everything,

ZJ

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Hey Mr. Knight,

Your class was my favorite I took in high school and you’re easily one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. You just teach in a way that makes me excited to learn and I always wanted to be on time for comp gov even though it was first thing in the morning. We’re all sad to see you go, I’m bummed my little brother will never have you as his comp gov teacher and I can’t come back to visit you. But I wish you nothing but the best. Thank you so much for everything!

- Basye

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Hi Mr. Knight!!!!

I love how passionate you are about comp gov and teaching. It's been so fun being your student this year and I'm sad more students won't be able to experience your class. We will miss you!!!!!

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Mr Knight. You were my favorite teacher and taught me so much. You not only got me very interested in politics but made me wanna take political science in college. Thanks so much for everything you have done to help me be a better student.

Jeremy

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You’re a gentleman and a scholar! I’ve nothing to do but sing your praises as a lay and Union leader at AHS. Good luck in your future endeavors!

Ben

PS Rapha says hi

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Hi Mr.Knight! Wishing you the best as you leave Albany and on whatever lies ahead! Looking back on my time at AHS, the classes with you were definitely a highlight. Who would have thought that Kali, Anika, and I could win the stock market challenge?! It must have been luck and your guidance. Also, I still remember the presidents song you taught us in US history :)

Best wishes,

Sarah Weber

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Dear Mr. Knight,

It’s so hard to believe you’re leaving! Thank you so much for everything that you’ve done for us. You are such a wonderful teacher and human being and I can tell that you are so deeply passionate about the subject you teach. Comp gov was hands down my favorite class I’ve ever took in high school (seriously, and you are dare I say my favorite teacher!!), and it is because of you that I am interested in government/politics and planning on further pursuing economics in college! I will miss our conversations about the world news and anything and everything, the awesome chaotic mock parliament that brought us all closer together, and of course all of your passionate lectures! You’re the most engaging lecturer I’ve ever met and I’m not sure your speeches could ever be replicated by anyone else. You bring an enthusiasm in your lectures that is infectious!

I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to take this class under a teacher as exceptional as you. Comp gov will always hold a special place in my heart and you are one of the teachers that made high school worth it. I wish you the best in whatever you do in the future and I already miss you and Frankie so much!

Sincerely,

Si-Jae

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Hi Mr. Knight!!

Thank you for teaching one of the most interesting and engaging classes I've ever taken. Your lectures were always so fascinating, funny, and good-natured and they really lent well to my learning style. I wish you the best in your future endeavors <3. Yay 6th period Comp Gov!

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Mr. Knight, thank you for such a fun and super interesting year of Comp Gov last year! You are genuinely the most engaging lecturer I have ever met, I am so serious when I say that they were always so cool to listen to. I always appreciate how cheery and welcoming you are, and also how deep your depth of knowledge is on the 6 course countries and the US. Putting those two things together made class amazing every single day. Because of you, I am so much more invested in both national and world politics now, and I am very grateful for that consciousness you helped to give me. You're the best!

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Mr. Knight!

You were one of the few teachers in my life who I found truly inspiring. I would go home every week and talk politics with my dad with a passion I never had before. Beyond the classroom you showed me that connections are what really matter in the world. I've had teachers who taught me course material; but with you I felt a real connection, a strong friendship. That connection made more of an impact in my learning than anything else could have. I enjoyed staying in your room during lunches here and there. I loved seeing your horse-sized dog wandering around campus. I loved your lighthearted, fun, and loving personality. You made Albany High School a brighter place. A place where students felt safe and inspired. Whatever you decide to do with your life I know you will be the star of the show. Your words take over the room and your personality clicks with everyone who has the privilege to interact with you. I will never forget you Mr. Knight!

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Dear Mr. Knight,

Thank you for being my Comparative Government teacher last year! The class was a great blend of fun while still covering an extensive amount of the material, and I feel that's a difficult balance to achieve. I'll miss seeing you around at the high school; Frankie will also be missed.

Wishing you a restful (temporary) retirement,

Samantha Yang

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Thank you so much, you were my favorite lecture class I took in high school.

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Thank you for everything Mr. Knight! You made me fall in love with politics and now I'm going into it because of you! You're such an engaging teacher and I miss your class a lot. Wishing you the best! :,)

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here's to many more kurma eats!

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Hi Mr. Knight! Thank you for everything! Comp Gov was of course, so great and educational and iconic and everything in between. I've also loved being able to occasionally crash out together before third period and during Wednesdays at lunch about the current state of affairs. Thank you for always listening, seeming interested in what I have to say, and providing your opinion in a way that assures me there is still good left in the world (sometimes, this is a much needed reminder). I hope you continue to discover the incredibleness of Trader Joe's collection of frozen Indian meals :) eat some good kurma at some point for me and the sixth period squad!

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Thank you, Chris, for everything! You've been a fantastic colleague for years. Thank you for all your dedication to ATA and for taking my way too many phone calls. Thank you for showcasing your mad karaoke skills. And thanks for making the kids happy and curious. They will remember you for sure. Have fun on the farm!!

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Mr Knight! Thank you so much for always making comp gov so much fun and for inspiring me to major in political science. I’m going to miss having you as a teacher and I hope to see you at graduation! 🎉🎉

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Chris Knight! roomie! ol' Pal!

What a loss for us at AHS- but I know we'll see you around. I hope this next year is full of new changes, new opportunities and new things to get excited about (like foundations!)

I'll miss the 7th period random discussions we'd have through the years. You're irreplaceable and we love you!

<3 Jess

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Chris, you are my favorite tie-dye-loving, Shark costume-wearing, karaoke singing gourmand. The Albany community will forever be indebted to you and your spirit. Good luck big dude. #knightbites

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Mr Knight! Thank you so much for being such an amazing teacher, I loved AP Comp Gov and it was solely because of you. You made the class so engaging and meaningful and taught the information in such a relatable and interesting way. You are truly one of the best teachers i’ve ever had and you were such a positive force in such a negative year for me and i’m truly grateful for that! Wishing you the best in anything and everything you decide to do I hope you continue to inspire students the way you inspired me

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Thank you so much for making me love government policy and global affairs. I’ve learned so much in your class and it was so interesting. I’ll miss you and Frankie.  -Salem :)     

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Thank you so much for making me love government policy and global affairs. I’ve learned so much in your class and it was so interesting. I’ll miss you and Frankie.  -Salem :)     

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Chris! It has been so amazing getting to know you both professionally and personally these last few years. You're inspiring to work with and fun to hang out with. I always looked forward to our catch-up dates and time just seemed to fly by when we were talking. I'll miss seeing you around Albany but hope we can keep in touch! Much love and good wishes for whatever comes next. XOXO Jen

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MR. KNIGHT!!!!

I can’t believe future AHS students won’t get to experience your tie dye shirt fridays anymore!!?!!! 😭

I’ll always remember my senior year econ/gov classes as some of my favorite times because you were an iconic teacher. You always made sure I got my work done while also allowing me to be sassy 😂 I’ll never forget when we watched an episode of community in class, which was so epic, or when you pretended to be a Canadian Mountie riding a horse. Or when I got to inform you about what Jonestown was…still can’t believe I got to teach my teacher about it and that’s where ‘don’t drink the koolaid’ came from 🤣

Seriously though you were one of the best and one of my favorite teachers ever! Excited for you and where this next chapter in life will take you!! Buckle up cuz it’s a crazy world out there!!

Much love, Darcey 💚

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Hey Chris!

Thanks for all you have given to AHS and MacGregor over these years. You will be missed deeply by the faculty and students here. You have been a big party of making this a place that just works for students.

Also, thanks for being such a good friend to so many of us in the AHS community.

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A photo worth 1,000 words :)

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Always my fave karaoke partner! Highway to the DANGER ZONE!

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Mr. Knight!!!

I hope you enjoy the little movie poster I made for our final Italy project! I just wanted to take a moment to say a big thank you for everything you’ve taught me this year. Taking AP Comparative Government was genuinely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made—it sparked my interest in political science and international affairs which I now want to pursue in college and beyond.

Your passion for the subject and your ability to make complex global topics engaging and accessible made a huge impact on not just me, but so many others. I’m truly grateful to have had you as a teacher, even if only for a year.

Wishing you the best in all future endeavors—I know you’ll bring the same enthusiasm and care that you brought to teaching at Albany.

Thank you again for everything Mr. Knight!

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Hi Mr Knight! Thank you for being such a great teacher this year. Comp gov was one of my favorite classes and I really appreciated how you made the class engaging. Wishing you the best of luck in whatever you do next!

-Rebecca

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Mister Knight,

You deserve the highest praise for your dedication and passion to inspire young minds. You make all your student love Comp gov and it wouldn’t be possible without you as our teacher. We wish you the best of luck with your future and so on!!!

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Hi Mr knight,

Thank you for making Comp Gov one of my favorite classes in high school. Im gunna miss talking about politics and global events with you. I hope you go on to do great things.

See ya!

- Ari

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Mr Knight,

Your bright personality and passion made AP Comp Gov so enjoyable and engaging. I am so glad I got to close out my senior year at AHS with you as one of my teachers! I wish you well in whatever comes next :)

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Hey Mr Knight I had a really good time in your class and im sad that my little brother wont be able to have you as a teacher!

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Thanks for teaching an amazing comp gov class!

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Hey Mr. Knight!

Thank you for being such an amazing teacher! You easily made Comparative Government a very fun class regardless of it being an AP course. I've never met someone as passionate about governments than yourself! Thank you for being patient with us and making us feel welcome and appreciated in your class :)) I wish you all the best for your future!

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Hi Mr Knight!

Thank you for making Comp Gov so fun this year. I am so glad that I took it this year and I have learned so much because of your class.

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Wishing you the best of luck with your future! Thank you for everything and all the AP comp gov lectures, will be missed! Learned a ton and you brought such a unique way of teaching to keep the learning super engaging. Thank you!

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Mr Knight!! You were one of my favorite teachers of all time!! I was a little scared taking you're class, but you made it so engaging and super fun and I appreciated your support throughout the year! Wishing you well for the future and have a great time!!

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Thanks for being such an epic teacher I can tell you care alot about governments!

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Dear Chris,

You are a legendary teacher, consummate intellectual, and engaged leader. You have become another colleague-turned-dear-friend in the couple of years (it took much less than two years) our paths have crossed here near the "Little Hill" of Albany. I can't thank you nearly enough for the support, encouragement, (undeserved) praise of my somewhat slapdash, free-for-all Socratics/reading lists, and devotion to keeping education "real" amidst the maelstrom-whirlwind-cyclone-blitzkrieg-tsunami-miasma-pandemonium of the post-truth, post-analog, post-post-modern post-contemporary, post-post-post-human, but still human, moment.

Anyhow. You are truly human, and a humane educator. I am looking forward to reconnecting and hearing from you as your journey continues just barely north.

Your newly minted "pal,"

Jeff

p.s. Here's a sepia filter photo of me to look less "digital" with a real book looking so analog on a bad hair day.

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Hey Chris,

Wishing you all the best on the next part of your journey... Thank you for being an amazing partner in ATA and being a wonderful friend. Here's to you!!!

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Hi Mr. Knight!!!

I've loved your class so so much, you're definitely one of the best teachers I've ever had. I would not have been able to get through such an information-filled class without your genuine interest in the subject and excitement for helping us understand it. Thank you for all of the tangents, dramatic parliamentary debates, and for letting me hang out in your class last year with Gabby! Comp Gov was the reason that as much as I wanted to skip Block B days, I never really wanted to. I'm going to miss bugging (and bribing) you with Gabby at the beginning of every class.

Have fun in Petaluma!!! -Jordan

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Hey Mr.Knight you gonna missed fr fr, have a great time whatever you gonna do. :)

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Mr. Knight!

Hope you are doing well. Wanted to just say thank you for all you have taught me about comparative politics. I still use and rely on a lot of what I learned from you in my political science courses today, from Max Weber to Boko Haram.

It was definitely a favorite of mine, especially during COVID. I appreciate how interactive and engaging you made it. Wishing you the best in your next chapter!

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HEYYYY Mr. Knight! Although it has been 3 years since the faithful day of AVID during my freshmen year. I want to thank you for being such an awesome teacher and I enjoyed the difference styles you wore such as the pull on bald style, oh how you had a communism Soviet flag hanging in the class. And overall the Friday Memorial Games we played and also the final projects we did as well like the chip one or the rhymes. Mr. Knight and also Allardice(will miss him) you were an amazing teacher and although I am disappointed that you wouldn't be the AP comp gov teacher(because I wanted you to be my teacher), I wish you well and hope to see you enjoy the rest of your life in tranquility and compassion. :> FAREWELL and GOODBYE KNIGHT ;(

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Thank you for making Comp Gov a class to look forward to every week! I will miss you next year and I hope whoever takes up your job does it as well as you!

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Mr Knight,

Always made his class so engaging and interesting. Constantly challenged his students while having fun and not taking things too serious at the same time. Comparative Government was so much fun and Mr Knight is the reason for that.

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Dear Mr. Knight

Thank you for being such a great teacher, I had a lot of fun talking with you.

Sincerely, Ramsey

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Hey Mr. Knight! I just wanted to say that I really liked having you as a teacher and that as much as covid sucked, one of my biggest regrets is not having a class with you in person. You're such a great and personable teacher, and it's because youre so great at mediating conversations as students speak their minds. It's a real skill that I'm sure you'll take with you on future ventures. AHS is gonna have a big hole to fill with you gone. Say hi to Frankie for us! Hope we can get some Gordo's in the future

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One of the better teachers and people I’ve ever met. Love this guy!

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sandals tho

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Dear Mr. Knight,

Thank you for being such a great, inspiring teacher!!! I still remember some of my best memories in high school from comp gov two years ago, I can’t believe it’s already been that long 😖. Hopefully I’ll run into you and Frankie at wildcat canyon again sometime!!

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We’ll miss you here at the ALB, but there will be more adventures of MN Walleye tasting and prairie Home Companion. Thank you for all your service to this school and community. You can never be replaced! Enjoy the country life with Frankie, always keep us posted.

Michelle

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Mr Knight!! I cannot lie your class was easily my favorite in all of high school. Its not really that close but keep that between us. Ive had a bunch of fun and great teachers but the way you lecture is always super engaging and made me think the rest of the day. Thanks for making my mornings last year and good luck with your next endeavors!

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I first met you as a coach on the mountain biking team in 2022, and you were always super cool, and funny. I feel like I can always make jokes with you and your sarcastic humor always lightens things up. When I talk to other students, you're always classified in the "cool teacher" section. You brought jokes and awesomeness to your Comp Gov class last year when I was a junior, and I really enjoyed it. Get kids back on bikes!

Zedaan =)

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To Mr knight the best teacher to ever do it lol! Wishing you the best!

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Always down to throw on the Hammerhead for Halloween!!

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Whats up Mr Knight!

Even though I only got you as a teacher for one year I know how much you mean to all your students and coworkers. You're an amazing teacher and mentor and you make comp/gov a class I never regret taking. The funny puns and political jokes during current events would make my day. Good luck on your test, don't party too hard beforehand. If you prep yourself as much as you did us, you'll do great. Thank you for being a highlight of my senior year.

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Chris,

You brought so much positive energy and caring to our school. Thank you for the years of leadership on ATA, for always being a good meeting buddy, and for all the care you showed our AHS students. Wishing you all the best in your move home, and know we will all really miss you!

Craig

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Chris! AHS will not be the same without you. Thanks for everything that you contributed to our school - especially your work on the cell phone policy.

I hear good things about your from my students all of the time.

We have had some good times over the years - I look forward to more camping, nights out, and North Bay adventures :)

Good luck with that house of yours. Can't wait to see it when it's "done"

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Love you buddy! Will miss you at school.

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Wishing you the best of luck with your future endeavors.

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Ahhhh ... you will be deeply missed Chris. You bring a unique combination of sincerity and fun to the world. Always game to make something happen.

I psyched by your new house and the life you are creating.

More on all this.

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Dear Chris,

You are such an amazing friend and I am going to miss seeing you around work, but I know we will continue our shenanigans even after we are no longer co-workers.

Thank you for all the support over the years. I have loved our fireside holidates every year and our Melodee excursions so much. You are a true friend and I appreciate you so much.

AHS is losing a real one. You are such an incredible educator and the kids who have had you as a teacher have only wonderful things to say about you. Thank you for being such an amazing addition to our staff. Thank you for all the work you did for us as union president. You are one of a kind and you will be so incredibly missed.

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Heyyy Mr.Knight, I loved your class, it is one of my favorite class I have taken and if I could I would take it all over again. You made class very fun and kept me entertained and wanting to learn more. Thank you so much for being a great teacher and I hope you enjoy this next step of your life!

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The best Fred there ever was!