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#HappyTeacherAppreciationWeek to SAAS’s 280+ dedicated faculty and staff! Your impact is felt deeply each day — and ripples out for years to come. Hear it from a few alumni: 🎤 “These are teachers and staff who care about you, not just 8:15 A.M - 3 P.M. They care about you past when the bell rings or when extracurriculars are over. Even once you leave the SAAS doors. 18 years after graduation, I still talk to teachers from SAAS.” – Sherika “Sheri” Shnider ’08 🎤 “Several adults at SAAS made a lasting impact on me… [They] pushed me to become a stronger writer and to think more deeply about the world around me. Those skills have been invaluable in my career, and I remain grateful for the foundation they gave me.” – Andrew Newsome ’12 🎤 “Yes, the education was absolutely top-tier, but SAAS teachers would also go the extra mile to check in on you. They could tell if you were having a bad day or if you were off your game with a given paper or test. They'd see if there was something bigger picture going on with you and be a shoulder to lean on.” – Rosalie Forman Samuels ’09 Thank you to the SAAS adults who ensure every student is understood, supported, and stretched. Your steadfast commitment and passion make our community one of a kind. ♥️