Mr. Nichols was my favorite teacher of all time. I still remember this silly word he taught us: maryannacapitolapaulineatwoodsladebelindatweedles! I always wanted to see him again and ask, "What was in that white box?" He taught us to wonder and explore. My brother, Eric Kees, co-founded the rocket club mentioned in the obituary. He made education fun. Thank you, Mr. Nichols. Rest easy.