“Every day is a new day that brings in new opportunities. Don’t let something that happened yesterday affect the present.” This is what Lizette Munoz had to say about teaching, especially in this time of a pandemic. As a math teacher at Whiting...
Kimberly Snyder lives to provide support and guidance for the children of La Porte. Snyder is a preschool facilitator at Crichfield Elementary School. Prior to her current position, she taught at Head...
If you are looking for a quality provider for your printing and sign needs, Steindler Signs & Graphix, LLC is the company for you. Located right outside of Valparaiso, Steindler Signs & Graphix is one of Northwest Indiana’s premiere...
Photo Credit: James Conlin “Woodworking has thousands of years of rich history spanning as far back as humanity’s origins. The science of the craft and its mechanical aspects really draw me to learning more about it.” This is what Nichole...
“I’ve always tried to do good for all people.” This is what Robin Wilkening had to say about her role as a Portage Township Trustee. Working for the Portage Township for nearly 11 years now, Wilkening was recently promoted to Director of the...
“The duty of an instructor is to be a positive influence in the lives of their students.” This is what Michael Bratcher had to say about teaching. A teacher at Whiting High School, Bratcher specializes in Project Lead the Way, with a focus on...
Craig Shaman lives and breathes sports. Currently working as the Athletic Director at Michigan City Area Schools, Shaman has over 25 years of college and high school coaching and athletic administration experience. Shaman knows well that the heart of...
When it comes to stimulating the minds of students and cultivating their interests, Kate Bieker of Willowcreek Middle School would tell you that reading and literature are vital components to success. Working as the Media Specialist for Portage...
Jean Lovasko is a librarian in the purest sense. She has an undying love for reading and literature and puts that to good use in her role as librarian at Whiting High School. Not only are books great for students to cultivate their minds, but they...
Trent Howard is a man dedicated to the shaping of children’s lives all over the City of Portage. As a School Resource Officer (SRO), Howard works to serve as an exemplary role model for youngsters and encourages them to do their best in life....