Kristen Hiserodt, Teacher "Three historical figures I look up to are Clara Barton, Susan B. Anothony, and Mother Theresa, because they are strong, female figures."
Roman Benty, Maker Program Director/ librarian/ grant writer "What I like most about working at the Millvale Community Library is being a part of a safe community space where people can come and share ideas together."
Kristen Langhorst, Preschool Teacher Assistant "Advice I would give to my kids as they are growing up in this world would be: a lways follow your heart, never give up on your dream.”
Melanie Stichler, Cosmetologist "Shaler is a great community; it feels like a small town. And when, unfortunately, tragedy happens, everyone is behind each other and it feels like a big family."
Connor Hoover, Minor League Baseball Player for Seattle Mariners “Don’t give up on your dreams even if they seem unreachable. I never thought my career would be where I am today, but here I am. Anything is possible.”
Andrea Ai, Pharmacist “I wanted to be able to help people while working in the medical field, but I get very squeamish looking at some things. My family helped me make the decision to be a pharmacist so I could still help people in the medical field while not being uncomfortable.”
Melissa Matlock, ELA teacher “I learn a lot by working with kids, because (especially middle schoolers) your destiny is not predetermined at this point. There are so many possibilities and there are so many people that you can become.”
Michelle Parise, Student My special sayings or expressions are: “Always give your 100% at something,” and “Education is the most powerful weapon for changing the world.”-Nelson Mandela