Jessie* has never been on a family vacation. In third grade, upset that her family never traveled to places like Disney World, Jessie asked her mom why. “That’s when my mom told me we legally can’t,”...

When World Language and English teacher Mercedes Beltrán was a student at BHS, the halls echoed with the sounds of slamming lockers and chit-chats with no AirPods in sight. Now, the same halls vibrate...

The Early Years It all started in second grade. But, they didn’t know it then, of course. Richard ‘Dick’ Schwemm leans back in his chair, a small smile on his face. “We were both born in Sherman...

Esther Olson is a special education resource teacher for all grade levels. Olson found her niche after student teaching in the Barrington area, bouncing from school to school and grade to grade. This...

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Holding a bachelor's degree in philosophy and a master’s in theology, Jon Mihevc has taught junior and senior English classes for more...

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Q: Do you have any hobbies that you like to do in your free time? BT: I'm an avid backpacker, so I'm hiking into the Grand Canyon next month...

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Antonio Vezzetti, a new Special Education teacher & football coach, sheds light on the importance of inclusive teaching and communicates...

You may have noticed some younger faces in the halls recently; hopping off the bus for the first time, vying for the title of the line leader and learning the rules of the playground. As kindergarteners...

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Robin Black-Vannoy shares her invincible journey leading to her role as the Associate Principle of Student Services. Starting as a school psychologist...

A sweet aroma fills the room as a cookie sheet full of hot, gooey chocolate chip cookies comes out of an oven. Culinary students gather around the teacher with their own tray, waiting for the next set...

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Longtime cross country coach and newly appointed 3D art teacher Thomas Root opens up about his transition to teaching high school students....

A multi-color paper chain hangs from the ceiling. Math teacher Beth MacDuff and Special Services teacher Debbie LeComte tear one off each day, counting down to the last day of school-and the first day...