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Influential Teachers
A POSITIVE INFLUENCE:
Mrs. Reynolds “I’ve spent a lot of early mornings and late nights with Mrs. Reynolds because of debate and forensics, and even though I get on her nerves sometimes, she always wants to see me succeed and will do whatever she can to help. Mrs. Reynolds has high standards and can be brutally honest, but that’s why she gives the best advice and guidance. Once, she told me I need to channel my passion into accomplishing things that matter more than just winning an argument. That’s something I took to heart and will never forget.” — Julianna Rice
“I think some of my favorite things about this class is how creative they are, how willing they are to take chances, and to risk doing something that maybe they’re not comfortable with and trying it, and maybe decide it’s not for them, but in the long run, having just that strength to go ahead and try it anyway.” — Mrs. Reynolds
Seniors Julianna Rice and Josephine Axtell with their most influential teacher, debate and forensics coach, Melissa Reynolds. | AVA BELCHEZ
Mr. Dessert “He taught us that respect is all about doing your best to see other people’s point of view. Before his class, I just saw people as being right or wrong. He influenced me to see other’s perspectives and try to treat all people with respect even when I disagree with them.” — Julianna Schroder “He made learning about faith relatable to the teenage experience, and I understood a lot more how it works in my life, not just in the grand scheme of things.” — Sarah Hayes
Senior Sarah Hayes with her most influential teacher, theology teacher, Ross Dessert. | AVA BELCHEZ
“This senior class just has so many really good humans in it. They are good people, caring people, giving people. They brought a lot of energy and spirit, a lot of smiles and joy to our school. They showed spirit for Miege, for their class of 2021 and for their herds. Go out into the world and be who you are meant to be. Let your unique light shine. Always try to be a good human. Try to give more than you receive. And don’t ever forget that you have a Father who loves you no matter what!” — Mr. Dessert
