English Teacher Judy Libman is retiring from South after 19 years of service.
“I’m retiring because it’s time for me,” Libman said. “I’m [leaving] in June, and I’m not [hesitant] to say this, but I’ll be 65. I still want time to live life.”
During her time at South, Libman has worked with ESL students and previously sponsored a club called Horizon. Now inactive, Horizon’s goal was to give ESL students an “American” experience.
According to Libman, students are the main reason why Libman loves her job at South.
“I don’t think the students here realize how wonderful they are,” Libman said. “They’re so giving.”
Despite the people she is leaving behind, Libman looks forward to spending time with her four grandkids and an unrestricted day.
“[I can’t wait] to stay in bed,” Libman said. “It’ll be nice to not have a rigid schedule. [But] I’ll always have a soft spot for my years here.”