Bob Hartling is a dedicated CTF (Career and Technology Foundations) teacher at Tom Baines, where he teaches Robotics to middle school students, grades 7-9. In addition to his Bachelor of Education, Bob holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. His academic background includes studies in metaphysics, analytical philosophy, logic, and epistemology, which sparked his interest in education and technology. This led him to pursue a career in education, where he discovered his enthusiasm for integrating technology into the curriculum. At Tom Baines School, Bob co-runs an FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) club team, providing students with hands-on experience in robotics and fostering their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.