The CHIEF May 2021

Retiring Teacher: Mrs. Mallory Interview by Joe Gilmor

As we wrap up another school year at PTHS, it is not only the seniors to whom we must say goodbye. This year, Mrs. Dee Mallory has decided to retire from her teaching career, taking with her many years of experience and memories of her time at PTHS. As we wish Mrs. Mallory farewell, we at The Chief would like to take a moment to recognize her accomplishments. Mrs. Mallory is a native of Chenoa, where she was an active member of the cheerleading, track, and volleyball teams, as well as Student Council, Choir, and the yearbook staff at Chenoa High School. While attending college at Illinois State University, Mrs. Mallory had the opportunity to complete her student teaching at PTHS, to which she applied as soon as an opening was available. Since then, Mrs. Mallory has thoroughly enjoyed her time at PTHS, where she has had the chance to forge countless memories, none of which can top the time an intrusive squirrel infiltrated the classroom and scared her into jumping over two rows of desks into a student’s lap. As Mrs. Mallory makes her exit, she’d like to leave students with one piece of advice: have fun and get involved! Time flies by in high school, so try to fit in as many memories as you can before your time runs out! Mrs. Mallory feels extraordinarily lucky to be a part of the PTHS family, and she has made our school better by being a part of it. Thank you for your commitment, Mrs. Mallory, and on behalf of both our staff and readers alike, we wish you the best in whatever direction your retirement takes you.