A Sad Goodbye

"Mrs. Sam, thank you so much for everything you have taught me these past 3 years. It's heartbreaking to be leaving but I look forward to still keeping in contact with you as we move forward in life. Thanks again for teaching me so many new things.” -- Maddy Stadler "Thank you for believing in my photography and helping me throughout the year! You've been such a great teacher! I am going to miss you! Thank you again for everything that you have done for me!” Love, McKenna Frakes

"Thank you for everything you have done for me. You will be missed. You have taught me to be a better writer-- Thank You.” Jack Ryan "Words cannot express how much you have changed my life. I have been constantly bugging you since day 1. Mrs. Sam, I love you so much and I am so thankful for what you have taught me. Good luck at Ponderosa " Love, Jordan Lear "Thank you for being the best reacher for my 1st year at TR. Walking into freshmen year with few people I knew was nerve wrecking, but in your class, I was able to make many friends. I will miss you but I hope your new job is fun!" --Ally Stadler

"Thank you so so SO much for everything you have done for me and us as a class. It means the world to me. I appreciate you helping me grow so much over the years from journalism to sports broadcasting. Good luck at Ponderosa, I know you will do amazing things!" Thank you for everything, Carson Shea "I can't believe you're leaving. You made this year so much better. Thank you for everything you did for our class and I hope your new chapter treats you well." --Sierra Martinez

A sad goodbye Our incredible advisor has decided to continue her teaching career at Ponderosa High School next year. The staff came together to say a sad goodbye.

Mrs. Sam, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. You have shown us that the newsroom it’s not just about ourselves, but a team effort. We are going to miss you, but we know that Ponderosa High School is lucky to have you. Your decision was hard, but know that in the coming years, this staff will remember what you taught us and hope to pass it onto the next members. We know that your two replacements will be incredible, but they have some big shoes to fill. You have built relationships that will be forever. No matter how many years we have been on staff, you have welcomed us and grown with us. If it weren’t for you, we wouldn’t be the paper and people we are. Your teaching led us to many victories that we hope you will carry with you. We can’t wait to see what is next for you. Once a Grizzly, always a Grizzly.