To have his accomplishments and commitment to Animas glazed over in a meager sentence discussing solely what his job description was this year was disheartening. Michael has always given 110 percent of himself to Animas High School, and it is, in my opinion, vital we acknowledge and thank him for his ability to understand and conquer anything thrown his way, to inspire students and for his refusal to accept his job description as his list of responsibilities. So, to Michael, I say thank you for being you, for inspiring me, for changing my preconceived stereotype of high school and, for quite honestly, helping to shape who I am and where I am going. I will be forever grateful.

Shannon Etz

Oxford