By Meghan Pennell

What is your position at Northwest?
“I teach Sophomore English, American Literature and Drama II. I am also co-directing the one-act play and am an assistant speech coach.”

Have you taught before?
“I substituted for a while and was an elementary paraeducator.”

What brought you to Northwest?
“When I graduated college with my master’s, I knew I wanted to stay close to home in Hastings. I had run into Ms. Gilliland, who told me about the position, and knew it was exactly what I was looking for.”

Is there anything you want your students to know about you?
“I am interested in more than just books. I enjoy watching some sports, especially the high school games here at Northwest. I love movies, video games and do a lot more than just sit and read.”

Are you involved in anything outside of school?
“I am a member of the Knights of Pythias, a group in Hastings focused on serving the community. We help out a lot with the Special Olympics and hosting different dances and events.”

What is an interesting fact about you?
“I would say I’m a jack of all trades, master of none. I know a little about a lot of things but not really a lot about one thing, except maybe English or theater.”

*Photo by Gabriel Lorenzo