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simmons

Vice President

Let us all be like the tree. As we gather in Eugene for our annual dose of sunshine and energy, let’s remember why it is we do what we do. Is it for the roots that created and supported the teachers that we are? Is it for the branches that reach out for the minimal resources that are provided to us to grow? Or, is it for the students who grasp on to the light and energy that we share, in turn giving life to our branches and a stronger footing for our roots?

Whatever reasons you have to be the tree, come and nourish yourself and share your life for these precious few hours that we are given once a year.