Ms. Rogers proves her dedication and effort here at Dee Mack High School. In a recent interview, Ms.Rogers explains her experience during the first week of school.
Stepping into a new classroom for the first time is a moment of both excitement and nerves, for students and teachers alike. For Ms. Rogers, her first day brought a welcome surprise. “The students were very nice,” she recalls with a warm smile.
Ms. Rogers joined the team at an unusual time, right near the end of the school year. The first week was, as she puts it, “very interesting and slightly overwhelming,” filled with the challenges of learning the ins and outs of a new role. But despite the whirlwind, one word stood out to her: exciting. “Doing everything I was supposed to be doing, while still figuring it all out, was a lot. But I was happy to be here.”
Her path to teaching wasn’t a straight line. “Teaching was something I always wanted to do,” she says. After earning a degree in education, she took a different turn, spending 13 years as a hairstylist and even attending nursing school. It wasn’t until she began homeschooling her son, who is dyslexic, that she rediscovered her love for teaching: “That experience made me realize I really love to teach.”
When it comes to teaching, Ms. Rogers brings empathy and adaptability. “I try to teach based on students’ needs while getting to know them personally,” she explains. Her strength lies in her determination and resilience. Traits she acknowledges can be both a blessing and a challenge. She says, “When I put my mind to something, I go all in.”
Her approach to discipline is thoughtful rather than punitive. “I try to teach through the problem instead of handing out a consequence,” she says, showing a mindset that prioritizes growth over punishment.
She describes the school as “interconnected and small town vibes ” with a strong community vibe centered around team spirit. A typical day for her is anything but ordinary, it requires flexibility, patience, problem-solving, and most importantly, listening.
When asked what she enjoys most about her role, the answer is simple and heartfelt: “The students, I like to get to know all of you. Teaching comes really easy when you know who you’re teaching.”
Outside of the classroom, Ms. Rogers is a woman of many interests. She’s an avid hiker, runner, reader, and camper. She also has three kids and works as a waitress at Haynes on Main. A self-described introvert, she finds joy in quiet moments and even collects rocks, some of which are special enough to be displayed in glass cases.
Ms. Rogers may be new, but with her compassionate approach and resilient spirit, she’s already making a lasting impression. If you see her in the hallways, stop and say hello!
