May 10, 2011
Dear Mr. Shorts,
From day to day you inspire students across the campus. You have the unique ability to control a room with your heart and connect directly with each individual, no matter how different we all may be. There is a sense of home that constantly engulfs you which spreads into the smiles plastered on everyone’s face around you. You never fail to make laughter fill a room and you always know just what to say to make all the bad feelings go away. And for all of this I am thankful to have had you as a teacher as well as a director. Our journey began when I was just a freshman; you casted me as the Sarcastic Bystander in Pygmalion, I guess you’re a really good judge of character too, but you really helped me see my true self for the first time as you took me under your wing and lead me into your Drama II class my sophomore year. My sophomore year is where you helped me grow the most, you were the only person who could make the tears stop and my heart calm, you made me stronger as you carried me into your third period my junior year. My junior year is where we had our laughs and sandwiches while discussing topics most wouldn’t understand but it was nice to know I had someone who would be there for me as I headed into my senior year. Now here we are, in my senior year and we still visit from time to time though I wish it were more, and I am constantly reminded of you every time I see a mini coke can or make a sandwich and I can’t help but be thankful for the four years I have had you in my life.
Mr. Shorts, you have taught me more about life than anyone I know. You have impacted my life beyond the stage and you taught me how to live outside the spotlight. You have always encouraged me to pursue my dreams and I know that with everything you have taught me I will be able to push myself to get through college and go far in life. Thank you.
Keana Marin
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