"I've known I wanted to be a teacher ever since I was in 7th grade, Mr. Rosenblooms class. I love being a public school teacher because we serve the vast majority of students in our communities. Our doors and our hearts are wide open for our students. That means teaching them, helping them, and loving them!"

"Foothills people are pretty cool, we make a lot of connections with teachers and students. After I graduate I want to start working right away to help students with special needs and this school has prepared me to do that!"

"I love our schools because of my peers and students! Some of my best friends are teachers that I've worked with, and some of the moments that I am the most proud of and that I look back on fondly happened in the classroom with my students!"

"I love public schools because of the diversity and the real-world, hands-on experiences they provide students everyday. We are unique and each bring something to the table that benefits another."

"I like being here at a smaller school, the connections I've made with other students in Florence are better. Going to school with the same people for so long, we were able to grow up together and create lasting friendships."