Goodbye to Mrs. Winton

We, the seniors, decided that we wanted to surprise Mrs. Winton with our last article by properly saying goodbye to her.

“Thank you for allowing me to join journalism. I wish I was able to be in the class the whole year, but I am glad I got the time I did. I have enjoyed both AP Literature and Journalism. I will forever be thankful for this opportunity, and I will be sure to give you a shout out when I get on TV.” -Tatum Baldwin

“I cannot thank you enough for all the hard work that you have put into my senior year in AP lit and journalism. I know that we have had a few bumps in the road and words don’t do justice to explain how much you have impacted me. I’m sorry if I’ve ever caused you any stress (lol), but I can confidently say that I’ve grown as a student and a person just by having you as a teacher! Keep those journalism students in line next year! I can’t wait to visit and see how it’s grown! I love you Mrs. Winton! Have a wonderful summer!!!” – Lizz York

I’d like to start off by saying that you have taught me more than any other teacher I’ve ever had. I respected and enjoyed coming into your class each day, preparing to get my weave RIPPED from my head. You are a gifted teacher and a genuinely good person. You once said that every time an old person dies it’s like a library burning down and I am so blessed to have been able to partake in reading from some of yours.” – Isaac Rackley

First of all, I just want to apologize for being such a hassle these two years; I know I’ve missed enough school for you to snatch my weave more than a couple of times. However, you have honestly been one of these biggest blessings in my life. When I started at CCCHS, I didn’t know anybody or anything. All I remember is you talking to me after class and making sure that I knew my way and had everything I needed. It was just a small gesture, but it had a big impact on me. This year has been crazy, to say the least. This newspaper had been a big blessing to me, but also a big frustration at times. Many nights were spent working on articles and complaining profusely. I’ve been frustrated, but this class has been the place of some of my biggest joys. I made new friends and grew close to some of the best people I’ve ever met. I’ll never forget this experience. Every day, you’ve pushed me. You’ve made me become a better student, and better writer, and a better person. This class, this newspaper, has given me something to be so proud of. I’ll never be able to thank you enough for that.” – Farrah Fletcher

“I can not even begin to describe how thankful I am for the two years I was in your class. You are honestly the only teacher I have ever had that has taught me something new each and every day. You prepare your students for college, but also life in general. You are an inspiration, and I aspire to be a woman as strong and intelligent as you are someday. When I first took your class junior year, I was kinda terrified. Everyone always talks about how hard your class is and I was not confident in my writing abilities. Your class has helped me believe in myself and become confident in my abilities. I remember talking about the Dolly Parton Christmas movie with you and realizing that you are not as scary as everyone made you seem. Since then, I have truly loved your class, even when we read poems that didn’t even sound like English. I am honored that you picked me to be your first editor-in-chief, I hope I did not let you down. I will never forget your Harper Lee story, or how you left your dog outside to be sucked up in a tornado. Thank you for EVERYTHING.” – Vanessa Willis  P.S. – keep on snatchin’!