Max Trezise grew up in Portland and went to Central Catholic High School. For college, Trezise went to Gonzaga University where he played basketball. Trezise then got his master's degree in teaching (MAT) from Lewis and Clark College. Trezise became a high school teacher because he enjoys the students’ energy and excitement. He has taught at Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School for most of his teaching career, as well as teaching one year at Cleveland High School. He is married to nurse Ana Trezise and has a son named Benny. His favorite food is grilled salmon. 

Written by Henry Taylor, Intro to Journalism, Fall 2021