Maegan Jackson
As described by one of her teachers, “Maegan Jackson is a fascinating young lady.” She is involved in Key Club, GSA, CIP, and she volunteers at Minter Creek Elementary. She and Kaila Bailey teach American Sign Language to Kindergartners there every other Monday, and she helps out Mrs. Eaton with Art club on Wednesdays. Maegan also baby-sits for the Minter Creek PTA meetings. Her work with Community Inclusion Program has given her a confidence and realization that she can work with people of all abilities. Her favorite subjects are English and art, as she loves to read and design her own clothes. At home she loves to bead, scrap book, and she is currently re-decorating her bedroom. Maegan has given herself a Hindu inspired nickname, “Marichi.” One teacher says, “Marichi embodies an intensely colorful outlook on life. Her class work reflects her unique color chrome perspective.” Another teacher states; “Maegan is an intelligent, caring and responsible person.“ Maegan is well on her way to attaining her goal of one day being an Art Therapist.

Mike Miller
Mike Miller is an integral and valuable member of our PHS staff. Mr. Miller has many roles at Peninsula, such as, ASB Advisor, teacher of Leadership and Health, and WASL Coordinator. Mr. Miller fosters positive relationships with all of his students and maintains a good rapport with staff and community members as well. One of his leadership students said this about Mr. Miller; “We’ve made a bond that will continue after I leave, since he’s just as much a friend as a teacher. He develops good working relationships with his students, as well as friendships.” Mr. Miller is well-respected and liked by all who work with him. His hard work to make student run programs succeed is acknowledged and appreciated.

Carmen Murray
Carmen Murray has been an awesome Para-educator at PHS for over 20 years. She has an amazing ability to recognize and honor each student’s individual style, interests, and abilities. The art produced by the students she mentors is all their own unique work and many of these pieces have won awards. Carmen’s presence in a classroom is contribution to all students and the teacher. Her hope, encouragement, focus and compassion make her an exceptional person to work with young adults. The personal attention she gives to all students creates a positive link to school and success. Carmen is a fabulous artist, and shares her talents with the Community Inclusion Program. She and the students create beautiful art pieces for the annual CIP auction. We are fortunate to have such a warm, caring and talented Para-educator on our staff.