The Collegiate
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT ST. JOE’S STUDENTS RECOGNIZE INFLUENTIAL FEMALE TEACHERS
Freshman
Sophomore
Caleb Vranjes ’28 Mrs. Denise Gee SocialStudiesTeacher,Journalism Club Moderator
Josiah Brown ’27 Mrs. Abbey Cole Religion Teacher, Junior Class Moderator
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When Mrs. Gee told me that if I just studied and focused, I could reach all my goals, it really clicked. Starting high school - or anything new - can be overwhelming at first, but the way she said it made me believe I could do it. Her positivity and the way she genuinely cares about her students made me feel like I could really understand the material and succeed in her class.
Mrs. Cole is one of those teachers who really cares. She always takes the time to listen and makes sure her students are doing okay. She’s made St. Joe’s feel like home for me and I know I can go to her if I ever need advice or just someone to talk to.
Junior
Senior
Edwin Fritz ’26 Beth Polito Swing Choir Choreographer
Justin Maloney ’25
Mrs. Kristen Cortese English Teacher
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Ms. Beth’s endless support has helped me grow so much, both mentally and physically. She pushes us to be our best and her energy makes every rehearsal so much more fun and rewarding. Her dedication inspires all of us to work harder, believe in ourselves and take on whatever life throws our way with confidence and enthusiasm.
Mrs. Cortese’s classes on banned books and human rights have taught me that what you learn is only as valuable as what you do with it. Her classes focus on research and offer plenty of opportunities for real-world action, always encouraging me and my classmates to go above and beyond.
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