Thank you for all my teachers that did more than just teach,

I was not the best of students. I did not get straight A’s or show up too often. I rarely participated in class and sometimes even fell asleep. When I needed the help on an assignment or even extra time you would help me out but that's not the real reason I am thanking you today.

I would like to acknowledge Mrs. Adie, Ms. Walsh, Mrs. Skellie, Mrs. Rajter, and even Ms. Mcfarlane. Each and everyone of you taught me how to cope with the real world. I had the typical struggles in school like trying to find out who I wanted to be and where I wanted to fit in. I also became very depressed. I went through a period of self harming which turned into an eating disorder. I was falling apart and you all recognized it.

I can't even begin to explain how amazing you are. I look up to you til this day. Looking back, I can honestly say i don't think I could have done it without you. I don't think I would of been able to get the help I needed. I never imagined graduating high school, or even living past eighteen. At a few points in my life I thought recovery wasn't worth fighting for anymore, life wasn't worth living. However, each morning I would wake up and decide to go to school because of you. You are all like mothers to me. I felt safe around you. You gave me comfort and the love I desired. You pushed me and made sure I ate. You gave me your numbers to text you when I needed. You checked in with me on a daily basis and devoted your lunches, after hours and free times just so I could talk to you.

I know I should give myself some of the credit for being where I am today but honestly I think you deserve it all. Even after I graduated high school we still keep in touch. we still talk and get together. I will always be so grateful to have you in my life. I love each and everyone of you and I really just overall want to thank you so much!