Mr. Rich Carey began teaching in 1971 and taught at Gross Catholic from 1976 to 2010. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in science and physical education at UNO and also ran cross country and track during his time there. His duties at Gross Catholic include teaching biology, anatomy and coaching cross country. He also has coached track and basketball (state championship in ‘91.) Mr. Carey started the Geo-Garden in 1998 and maintains it still today. He has received several awards over the years for coaching and his garden work. Mr. Carey retired from teaching in 2010. He has been married to Marybeth, since 1970, and their three children graduated from Gross Catholic. They now have three grandchildren.