A history teacher started using a `` March Madness '' style tournament to involve students . William Bennett says Josh Hoekstra injected excitement into history . The school district is now investigating the incident and has launched an investigation of its own after receiving complaints from parents who say they were not told about it. Bennett : Hoestra prepares his students for more than a test ; he prepares them for life .
A history teacher started using a `` March Madness '' style tournament to involve students . William Bennett says Josh Hoekstra injected excitement into history . Students were required to pick the person they think best embodies courage in U.S. history . Bennett : Hoestra prepares his students for more than a test ; he prepares them for life .