Teacher Spotlight

Jakyra Stribling, Hi-Times Staff|May 13, 2019

Name: Debra Long

What Subject/classes/sports/clubs do you teach/coach/advise: Art I, Drawing

How long teaching: 13 years At THS: 7 years

Family: I’ve been married for 14 years, and have 3 children- Hailey, Hannah, and Paxton.

Favorite thing about teaching: Seeing a student who didn’t think they could create something they are proud of.

Least favorite thing about teaching: When students do not clean up after themselves.

Hobby outside of school: Drawing, reading, spending time with family

Special Talent(s): Drawing, I can also play the flute

People would be surprised to know: I was born in Guam

Most memorable moment as a teacher: My first day ever teaching!

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