Meet Mr. Dan Nieves, our TJHS teacher of the month for November at TJHS. Mr. Nieves teaches 8th grade history and after 30+ years is still full of energy and enthusiasm for his kids and his content. He teaches because, "I enjoy working with young people and like the platform teaching provides to be a positive influence in challenging times." His fondest memories include his days coaching the Lady Tornadoes Track and Field team from 1997-2013. It was wonderful to have a "front row seat" to the golden age of girls' track in Taylorville. Mr. Nieves is also our social science department chair and has also chaired the Veterans Day Committee for the last four years. Thank you Mr. Nieves!
Our November support staff member of the month is Ms. Tammy Aldridge. Ms. Aldridge enjoys teaching her students and calls the students she works with "her kids" as they become part of her heart each and every year. Her fondest memory includes former students that remember her fondly acknowledging that she made a difference in their lives. Ms. Aldridge loves hearing this! Thank you Ms. Aldridge for loving our kids so well and assisting them with their academics, as well as social growth.