STYLE
TEACHERS MODEL MORE
THAN PERSONAL STYLE
BY HANNAH JETT THEUS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAVE BJORKMAN
I
'm sure you remember a teacher who made a lasting
impact on your life. A courageous caretaker who taught
more than just a state-set standard. An engaging educator
who showed you how to carry yourself when your parents or
guardians weren't there watching. A leader who symbolized
patience and selflessness.
Let's be honest, who else was going to cheer you on as you
mastered the Pythagorean theorem?
In the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, plagued with the
additional stress of safety precautions, virtual learning and
the demands of their own personal lives, teachers have had a
lot on their plates.
In true hero fasion, two in particular — Deion Taylor and
Bridgett Lucas — have more than risen to the occassion by
looking stylish in the classroom, at home and even on the
court as they lead the next generation.
Now, perhaps more than ever, when the feeling of
optimism has sometimes felt so far away, we must lean on the
lessons our talented teachers have taught us — to show up
and make a difference in someone else's life today.
102 maconmagazine.com | DECEMBER/JANUARY 2022
