5 QUESTIONS WITH…English Teacher Mrs. Clark About Her Retirement After 30 Years

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By Ben Rossi – Staff Reporter

With this school year coming to an end, Jonathan Law is saying goodbye to several faculty members including English teacher Mrs. Clark. Clark teaches a variety of English classes and this year primarily teaches juniors. Clark has been a beloved member of the faculty for 30 years. Staff Reporter Ben Rossi interviewed Clark on her time at Law.

Ben Rossi: What made you decide to retire?

Mrs. Clark: My daughters and grandsons live on the west coast, and I would like to spend time with them. I lost family time due to the pandemic. 

BR: What is something you will miss about working at Law?

MC: I will miss the friendly staff and working with the students. Every day was a different challenge.

BR: What are some things you have learned in your years teaching?

MC: I have learned to be more patient, more understanding, and more introspective. All of these things helped me grow as a teacher.

BR: What will you miss most about teaching?

MC: I will miss the challenges of teaching and the comical interactions with the students

BR: What are you looking forward to during retirement?

MC: I am looking forward to traveling, spending time in different places, reading more and continuing writing my children’s stories. 

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