David Chapman is a teacher with Bentonville Public Schools in Bentonville, Arkansas, USA. He teaches United States History and International Baccalaureate History of the Americas at Bentonville High School. Mr. Chapman was honored as teacher of the year by the school district in 2004 and by the local community in 2007. Highlights of his career as a teacher include hosting First Lady of the United States Laura Bush in his classroom, as well as leading numerous educational tours of the British Isles and Continental Europe.
In addition to U.S. History and IB History, Mr. Chapman has taught Advanced Placement U.S. History and World History. Historical travel is his passion.
In addition to U.S. History and IB History, Mr. Chapman has taught Advanced Placement U.S. History and World History. Historical travel is his passion.
"Leading students on tours of the places where history was made is a valuable and moving experience. When our children have a chance to walk in the footsteps of historical figures or to take in the setting of some events about which they read, the student establishes a connection with history. It becomes something more than a passive absorbing of information." - David Chapman
David Chapman is pleased to play a role in the intellectual development of the youth of his community. His slogan, "We Are History," captures the belief that everyday people are the vital elements of history. Studying history without recognizing the role of the common people is a failure to embrace the importance of the combined experience of humanity. It is Mr. Chapman's goal to encourage a love of history in all his students.
