Senior Jesus Rivera speaks with new Associate Principal Adam Engelbretson over the new Redwing Way changes. They have discussed his new role here at South as well. As the new school year approached there were many changes not only in the daily schedule here at South High, but also in the new faces that we have been seeing lately. We had multiple teachers and staff members retire, transfer schools, leaving openings for new hires. Teachers/Staff that retired include: Mr. Dan Ristow, Mr. Phil Ristow, Mrs. Betty Price, Mrs. Kathy Young, Mr. Kevin Telschow, Mrs. Rokiki, etc. Although it is sad to see these teachers go and move on in their careers, we have added plenty more teachers here to fill in the necessary gaps. Teachers just joining are excited to be working here as well as see what South High has to offer them. New Staff include: Megan Hablewitz (Language Arts), Erik Wagner (Social Studies), Kyle Tachick (Math), Adam Englebretson (Associate Principal), , Angela Geiszler (World Languages), Kristina Keyes (Language Arts), Kimberly Schuessler (Educational Assistant), Kris Schoenenberger-Gross (Psychologist) and Miranda Toutenhoofd (Occupational Therapist). Returning to South from other schools within the district or neighboring districts include:  Jason Fortuna (Health), Karla Saeger (Business) and Kate Delong (Family and Consumer Ed). We found that the most common adjustments for the new staff include getting to know the new people as well as the school. In opposition most staff look forward to attending as many activities and events here as possible! For some, things have improved greatly and they have found comfort in calling Sheboygan South their new home. With that, students are also a very important part of the staff’s daily lives. Most having a connection with particular students and becoming mentors for the younger generation. New Associate Principal Mr. Adam Engelbretson stated, “The biggest adaption for me so far this year is trying to learn everyone’s name. I was at my previous school for four years and knew almost everyone, now I have to start all over. The seven period day is nice also. The day feels like it goes much faster than an eight period day.” It is clear that the new additions to the South High faculty are excited to be here and along with students, are learning as well. Below are the new teacher answers to a few questions to get to know them better! 1. Where were teaching/come from before? 2. What are you teaching here at South? 3. Why are you excited to be at SHS? KYLE TACHICK 1. UW Green Bay. Graduated 2013. 2. Algebra & Geometry, also teaches at middle school 3. To learn so many different things. To influence students well and get to know the students. MEGAN HABLEWITZ 1. Came from Milwaukee. She taught English and writing at Cedarburg High School, which has around the same population as South 2. English 1&2, Myth and Legend, Compostition, and 2nd semester Sports Literature 3. “When I walked into the school building, I got a good impression from everyone around the school and saw great things happening in the a school and wanted to be a part of that society.” KRISTINA KEYES 1. Graduated from UW Whitewater. She worked with students at both Preble and Mishicot. 2. Teaches Creative Writing, English 1&2, Sports Literature, and Practical Writing 3. She is excited to get to the know students and inspiring them to better understand English and get them excited about it. ANGELA GEISZLER 1. Taught in the Manitowoc Public School district, has been teaching French for 11 years. 2. Foreign Language, French. 3. She is most looking forward to working with her students this year.  She can already tell what great kids they are.  Angela is also looking forward to attending the various sporting events, concerts and plays at South. ERIK WAGNER 1. Previously 7 years ago he had an opportunity to coach basketball, where for 6 years he coached our freshman team and for 1 year served as an assistant coach for our varsity team.  2. History Teacher, Social Studies Department. 3. He is excited because the students have been fantastic.  “It has really been a lot of fun”, he said.   Story and Photo by Editors Sara Becker, McKenzie Noltner, and Jesus M Rivera