Downing, C. R.

C. R. Downing (also known as Dr. Chuck Downing) is a Teller of Tales. In a society where oral tradition dominated, he would be a Keeper of the History. His ability to spin a yarn worked to his advantage for over thirty-nine years in high school and college classrooms where he was able to "do five shows a day" as nationally recognized teacher and professor. Dr. Downing has been recognized as San Diego County Teacher of the Year and as winner of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching. Most recently, he was selected as an inaugural member of the Monte Vista High School Hall of