Arlee Kay Grow Volz:  

Life April 2009 Class of 1961! Just a note to say hi to those of you visiting my "profile." My husband, Art, and I have been living in Yakima for over five years now. We love it! I am retired from 40 years as a dental hygienist. In thinking about what I wanted to do to stay out of trouble, I applied to the State and received my certification as an emergency substitute teacher about five years ago. In the past few years, I have been subbing in six school districts and what fun it has been. I have had some unbelievable experiences, as you can imagine. I've actually learned how to say "please, pull your pants up!", "that is unacceptable behavior!", "that language is not acceptable in my classroom!", and "take a walk to the office!!" I could write a book! Maybe I'll do that some day. In September, I began a new adventure, moving slightly away from the subbing, by becoming the pianist for the Toppenish High School choirs. This typically involves two days a week; a few more days just before concerts/performances. This has to be my "dream job." I accompany four choirs and an African Drumming Ensemble at times, also. The director is amazing. In four years, she has built the T.H.S. program from eight girls to over 200 students moving through her classes. She is having a tremendous impact on her students. It is unbelievably wonderful to be able to play the piano...and get paid for it, too! Plus...no classroom managemen...Expand for more