Double Vision

Identical twins Adam and Clinton Seal have shared everything from a womb to a dorm room, but in September they began sharing something more—a work place.

Students at Challenger Elementary school in Everett, Washington, often have to stop and ask them, “Are you the real Mr. Seal?” Before Clinton joined Adam at Challenger Elementary, he substituted for his brother. On one day, as students began coming in, he pretended to be Adam, but some of them didn’t buy it, saying he didn’t have the typical wild spiky hair or untucked shirt. Although they may look very similar, Adam and Clinton have very different personalities in the classroom. Adam, is more outgoing and energetic.

Clinton describes himself as more reserved. Although they would prefer to teach the same grade level, the brothers wouldn’t change anything about choosing to work together.

“Having Adam at my school, I’m now able to see that he’s made the right choice in becoming a teacher,” says Clinton. “I get to see him now as a caring and responsible professional. I’m sure he sees me the same way.”

 —MELISSA KEY