On Sept. 5, students flooded the buildings to begin learning. Over the course of the year, teachers and staff worked tirelessly to provide a great learning environment for their students and teach them the curriculum they need to succeed. As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end, students and community members recognize the hard work of their teachers. 

The week of May 5-10, the high school celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week. Throughout the week, teachers were served various food options and small gifts. Many of the foods were graciously donated by parents, principals and companies, such as Cranberry Olive Garden donating salad. Teacher Appreciation Week, however, is not the only time that teachers are appreciated. Each and every day, students appreciate the work put in by their teachers, and it is important for the teachers to know that their work throughout the year does not go unnoticed.

Freshmen:

1. “I would like to thank Ms. [Miranda] Santa for always helping me with my geometry and giving all of the help that I need,” freshmen Nicholas Metzger said. 
2. “I want to thank Ms. [Samantha] Circle for always helping us with our work,” freshman Zoe Vida said. 
3. “I would like to thank Ms. [Maria] Porter because she is always supportive about her students and getting their work done,” freshman Cameron Ruiz said. 

Sophomore:

1. “I would have to appreciate Mr. [David] Badamo. I have a passion for welding, so having him there is setting me up for my future projects,” sophomore Gabriel Marsh said.
2. “I want to thank Ms. [Becca] Pessler because she always gives me a good time,” sophomore Farisa Roberts said.
3. “I would like to thank Ms. [Courtney] Anderson for always helping me out and always being there for me, “ sophomore Lyric Welling said. 

Junior:

1. “I want to thank Mr. [Nathaniel] Langelli because he makes class fun and more enjoyable,” junior Baeleigh Orkwis said.
2. “I appreciate Mr. [Ed] Majors because he is a great teacher and he really helps me with math,” junior Ryan Fessler said.
3. “I appreciate Mr. [Craig] Bohon. I want to thank him for always being a good role model,” junior Brooke Stragand. 

Senior:

1. “I want to thank Ms. [Linnea] Homa for being such a great teacher,” senior Bella Wiand said. 
2. “I appreciate Ms. [Beth] Roncevich because she helps me write my scholarship essays,”

senior Anthony Battaglia said.

1. “I appreciate Ms. [Marissa] Timko. I want to thank her for always being there for any student who needed help,” senior Nicole Matoic said.