Favorite author: Eric Carle Hobbies: Archiving family photos, pending time with family, reading Greatest fear: Putting my face under water Pet peeve: When people leave their tomatoes to rot on the vine. Three words that best describe me: Calm, hard-working, caretaker Why I chose teaching as a career: Teaching was a way to spend time with children and hopefully make a difference in their lives. Greatest thing that has changed about teaching since I started is: the many program options that are available to students with disabilities. Technology has affected teaching by: making access to information and materials much easier. Name one thing you wish parents would do more: Read to their children. Name one thing you wish parents would do less: Allow them access to electronic devices. My favorite teacher was: Jane Miner People would be surprised to know I: have gone canoeing in the Boundary Waters. I’m proud that: I have taught for 46 years and still enjoy it. The most interesting place I’ve traveled to: Europe Future goal: Teach a few more years and then have a long and healthy retirement. The best thing about my job is: getting a chance to start over each fall. Renae Bouza Hometown: Tabor, SD Education: BS in Elementary and Special Education-USD MA Reading Specialist-USD Title/School Currently Teaching at: 2nd grade teacher Stewart Elem. School Years I have been teaching: 32 in Yankton plus 2 years in Canistota Family: Husband, Dan; Children: Holly & Michael; Grandson, Parker; Parents, Al & Gladys Souhrada Growing up I wanted to be: A teacher First job: Waitress Prized possession: Photo albums All-time favorite movie: I really don’t have an all-time favorite. Best movie I’ve seen recently: No time for movies. Best book I’ve read recently: The First Counsel by Brad Meltzer Favorite author: Janet Stevens Hobbies: Reading, gardening, camping. Greatest fear: Outliving my children. Pet peeve: Not returning things to the proper place or where it was found. Three words that best describe me: Tricky Mrs. Bouza Why I chose teaching as a career: Every day is different and there is never a dull or boring day. Greatest thing that has changed about teaching since I started is: technology. Technology has affected teaching by: giving students access to smartboards, i-pads, and computers on a daily basis. Keyboarding has become very important. Name one thing you wish parents would do more: Read with students and practice math skills. My favorite teacher was: Mrs. Balvin, 2nd grade People would be surprised to know I: play pinochle. I’m proud that: I was able to get an advanced degree. My most embarrassing moment in teaching was: getting stuck to a wooden chair. The most interesting place I’ve traveled to: Alaska I’d like to have a dollar for every time a student: student tipped over in a chair. Future goal: Retirement and continue working on my goal to visit all 50 states. The best thing about my job is: the students who have learned something new and say “I get it now.” Darrel J. Mogck Hometown: Yankton, SD Education: Scotland High School Title/School Currently Working at: Drive a Regular Bus Route & Activity Charter Bus for Yankton Schools Years I have been driving: I have driven Bus for Yankton 42 years Family: Wife, Jean E.; Daughters: Laura Haase, Teacher at Scotland SD; Julie Christensen, Sped Bus Driver for Yankton Schools Growing up I wanted to be: A Horse Trainer First job: Driving gravel truck Prized possession: My Grandchildren The best thing about my job is: The Kids! Jean E. Mogck Hometown: Yankton, SD Education: Winner High School- Stewarts School of Hairstyling Sioux Falls SD Title/School Currently Working at: Drive a Regular Route Bus for Yankton Schools Years I have been driving: I have driven Bus for Yankton 31 years Family: Husband, Darrel; Daughters: Laura Haase, Teacher at Scotland SD; Julie Christensen, Sped Bus Driver for Yankton Schools Growing up I wanted to be: A Hairdresser vTEACHERS continued on page 30 MINIMIZE TAXES & MAXIMIZE SAVINGS Roth IRAs, once reserved for those below a certain income level, are available to everyone who desires tax-free retirement income. Options are available to convert eligible retirement accounts into a Roth IRA. Not only will your assets grow tax-free, but withdrawals would be tax-free*, too. I can help you decide if a conversion makes sense for you. Kathy Greeneway Certified Financial PlannerTM 225 Cedar Street, Yankton (605)665-4940 First Dakota Brokerage Services, Inc. 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