Emily Cherry Guides Senior Students

Emily Cherry, one of MBHS’ English teachers, has provided graduating students with endless support and encouragement throughout the school year. Despite teaching  AP English Language, an intensely rigorous subject, seniors find her class to be a source of joy. Her passion for the subject and her students is apparent in her overall demeanor and her connection with her students.

Many seniors can attest to her comforting energy, making a point to label her as overwhelmingly supportive. Senior Lucy Fortini said, “She’s the most supportive teacher I think I’ve ever had.” Another senior, Devyn McLaughlin said, “Her and Mrs. Brinkman have offered a lot of support when I’m feeling stressed out or needing help in her class. She’s always ready to help, she really wants me to learn.” Her assistance stems beyond academic help, as many students have opened up to Cherry about their personal struggles. Whether it be tensions between their peers or quarrels from home, students view Cherry as a supportive influence in their lives.

Part of this connection stems from Cherry’s passion for teaching upperclassmen. When asked why she teaches seniors in specific, Cherry shared a bit of background on her teaching career. Cherry said, “My first teaching job was teaching 11th grade. I had originally thought I wanted to be a middle school teacher, but the more I worked with the upper grades, the more I realized that I really preferred working with older kids.” Cherry’s inclination towards the graduating class stems from a deep concern for their future. Her sentiment for her students reaches beyond the average expectations of a teacher. “I really enjoyed watching them their final two years of high school as they started to make plans for after they graduated. I appreciate their maturity and the thoughtfulness that most of them approach education.”