“These stories remind us that education is about more than textbooks—it’s about opportunity, perseverance, and connection.”

“The world is waiting for you. You just have to take the first step.”

“It’s about more than the scoreboard. It’s about building confidence, camaraderie, and personal growth. It’s about life.”

“It’s a team effort—when we support each other, the kids benefit.”

“It’s more than a job. It’s a legacy of encouragement, built one conversation, one joke, and one small moment of connection at a time.”

“Some days are great, some are tough, but it all adds up.”

What started as two students making one friend has turned into a school-wide movement.

“I may wear the uniform, but I’m here for you. Take advantage of that.”

"People don’t think about the bills that keep a school running—but without them, nothing happens."

“There’s no such thing as a typical day,” Glenn explains. “I might have a plan in place, but in this line of work, something always comes up that needs attention.”

“Music expresses so much,” Brennen reflects. “It brings people together.”

“If the Wi-Fi crashes or an iPad won’t turn on, school doesn’t stop—but it sure slows down.”