By Tiana Rosiak – Staff Reporter

Science teacher Mrs. Spicer begins her second year teaching at Law this school year.

Spicer is currently teaching Physics, AP Physics, and Astronomy. Despite teaching science-based classes, she did not always want to teach the subject.

“Originially, it was kind of how I did in high school that determined it,” Spicer said. “Physics was the topic in science I did the best in.”

As a teacher, there are different aspects of the career that can be rewarding. For Spicer, her favorite thing about teaching is working with the students.

“The spark when kids get it is just wonderful,” Spicer said. “I like getting kids to like science.”

Since arriving at Law last year, Spicer has had to adjust to teaching at the school. Law Principal Mr. Darcy feels that Spicer was a great fit for the Law family.

“Mrs. Spicer fit in with the Science Department and Law staff immediately last year,” Darcy said. “She is someone who cares about the kids, is a master of her craft and goes above and beyond to support all her students.”

Spicer shared her favorite parts about teaching at Law. 

“The staff and the kids,” Spicer said. “It’s the people that make the school, so it’s a really nice environment.”

Spicer said the most important thing about teaching is the type of impact a teacher makes on the students: whether it’s about a subject or about life, it’s the effect they have on students that lasts. She reflected on her hopes for what students will take away from her classes.

“To continue being curious no matter where life takes them and to be analytical.” Spicer said.

Spicer’s students enjoy her daily lessons – even if the subject matter is challenging.

“Physics has been hard for me, but I think I will learn things,” junior Avery Oliveira said. “I think she’s nice.”

Junior Leilani Torruellas agreed.

“She’s a great teacher,” Torruellas said. “She’s able to teach the concepts well and has made the AP class quite fun.”

Junior Josef Kremer has enjoyed his first month in Spicer’s class.

“She’s a good teacher that is very helpful and kind,” Kremer said.