LLOYD

Bryan Lloyd, ceramics teacher, will be leaving us after this year to take a job teaching ceramics at Mill Valley High School, as it’s a significantly shorter commute.

Lloyd is sure to leave a lasting impression. He made many aspects of the ceramics department relevant, when doing things like featuring student artists on the @ freestateceramics instagram page.

Although she never saw herself being a teacher, she ended up teaching English. A friend of hers got her into substitute teaching, and then she said it just “clicked.” Even though she didn’t plan on teaching, she truly thought of them as “her kids.”

“Their excitement is contagious. I’ve just learned joy of life from them… I really liked them as individuals and as people, and I’ve always treated them with respect and in return they treat me with respect,” Woolfolk said.

Although she has stated how much she loves her job, she realized it was time for another path. A legacy she hopes to leave is never quitting, and never slowing down. She has loved the past 30 years, but understands that it is her time to find a different future.

“There just comes a point where you realize that you’ve done really good work. You’ve contributed to this noble profession. And it’s just a time where I am ready to explore some other things,” Woolfolk said.

“I’ve learned a lot about students and their lives and students have learned a lot about me and my life. Really, I value human connection over everything.” .

Lloyd will leave quite the legacy on the school. Students share many memories, including making breakfast, playing frisbee and making friends in his class.

“He’s a really good teacher because he knows how to make a good environment and make sure everyone is safe, comfortable and has fun,” junior Lawson Garcia said.