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The Roar

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The Roar

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The Roar

New teacher Corrie Howard became interested in special education after learning about the civil rights movement.

New special education teacher Corrie Howard hopes to redefine how students see disabilities

Mikaela Casias October 6, 2025

Once a disinterested student at Mount Pleasant High School in East San Jose, Corrie Howard’s perspective of academics shifted during college when she encountered the civil rights movement through her...

New art teacher Maria Kersey hopes to help students explore their creativity in her classroom.

Painting a New Path:

Chloe Dao September 26, 2025

New Intro to Art teacher Maria Kersey gives the blank canvas of the school year its first splash of color. After graduating from University of California, Santa Cruz with a bachelor’s degree in art and...

New theater teacher Erin Southard has always had a passion for storytelling, now bringing over seven years of experience to SCHS.

SCHS cast welcomes new theater teacher Erin Southard

Long Tran October 5, 2024

The spotlight shines on Erin Southard, a fresh face to the SCHS cast. She teaches Multicultural Literature, Drama 1 and Production Honors. Southard brings over seven years of teaching experience within...

Derrick Eszlinger hopes to ensure his students' success for their futures.

New Civics and Economics teacher Derrick Eszlinger returns to the classrooms he once sat in as a student

Logan Van Pelt October 1, 2024

Eleven years ago, Derrick Eszlinger graduated from SCHS with the class of 2013. A Bruin at heart, he returned as a civics and economics teacher. Eszlinger credits his teaching career to the inspiring staff...

After exploring various careers, Michelle Kennison found a passion for teaching students and now hopes to create a strong support system for her students.

New English teacher Michelle Kennison hopes to establish a welcoming and supportive classroom community for her students

Alana Lee September 26, 2024

Staff member Michelle Kennison is new to SCHS and teaches ninth and tenth grade English. She earned her bachelor’s degree in social and behavioral science at California State University, Monterey Bay...

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