Mark Ferguson, Television and Broadcasting teacher, will be retiring this year after his 30 years of service at South. Beginning his career at GBS in 1984 in the Television and Radio department.

According to Ferguson, there has been a positive culture where teachers and students feel valued and motivated to do their best. He also feels there is a general sense of decency and respect at South.

“Kids generally get along really well and are encouraging and supportive of one another, and they’re respectful to their teachers and vise versa,” Ferguson said.

Ferguson says he’s going to miss teaching and the interactions he has had with the students at South.

“I love learning from them because really they teach me more than I teach them; it’s very collaborative,” Ferguson said.

South has brought him many memories, from great students to productions, colleagues and more, according to Ferguson.

“I’ve had so many great memories,” Ferguson said. “It’s been a very satisfying 30 year career.”