Shirley Taylor:  

HI! After high school I went to Western and stayed for five years getting a music degree and elementary teaching degree. I went on to teach in the Tahoma School District #409 (Maple Valley, WA) for thirty years, first as a music teacher, then as a third and fourth grade teacher. I loved teaching and retirement was difficult for me. I have continued to teach as a substitute in my old district. My role has changed and I've become more of a mentor for younger teachers. I have a position now working as the permanent sub for the teacher's association president. It is perfect for a retiree and I'm counting the days till full retirement. I continued voice training in college and studied opera. My professors wanted me to continue with my vocal career but I stayed safe and went into teaching instead. So many who try for a career fail no matter how talented they are. I did s...Expand for more