In 2011, Tigard High School students selected U.S History teacher Murray Carlisle as their graduation speaker. He advised students to "do something to help other people. Do something where you give back to your community, to your state, to your nation."

In this interview, Murray talks about his approach to teaching, including the challenge of teaching to an empty classroom last year. He also shares the books and movies that help him continue to learn about our country's history.