Wes Beck

My name is Wesley (Wes) Beck and I am a 6-12th grade Social Studies teacher. I have also served as a drum instructor at Glencoe High School from 2014 to 2019, as well as a Baseball Coach at Gadsden City and Odenville Middle Schools. Currently, I teach 8th grade World History at Gadsden Middle School.

After graduating from Southside High School (2009), I briefly attended Gadsden State Community College before accepting an office position with Gadsden Music Company. Upon returning to pursue my education, I earned my associate’s degree from Gadsden State (2017) and my bachelor’s degree from Jacksonville State University (2020). While at Jacksonville State, I also completed my Foundations of Leadership Certification (2019) while also serving as a student ambassador for the Department of Secondary Education (2019-2020). 

This is my second tenure with Gadsden City Schools, as Gadsden Middle was also my first teaching position upon earning my degree. My father is also a graduate of both Disque Middle (now GMS) and Gadsden High School, and walked the very halls I teach in. Because of this, I consider GMS my home. I truly believe that GMS has the best administration, staff, and students around. I currently reside with my wife (Beth) and daughter (Emma Kate) in Trussville (Yes, it is worth the drive!).

If you would like to know more about my class, please visit www.mrbeck.org.