Photo courtesy of Amber Benson.
Amber Benson and family
Amber Benson with her husband and their three children.
Q: Tell us about yourself.
A: I’m currently in my fifth year at Hewitt-Trussville High School and my 18th year of teaching… I really enjoy living, worshiping, shopping, eating and serving here in Trussville.
Q: What do you teach?
A: I have the opportunity to work with juniors and seniors in the Business Leadership Academy … and serve as the cooperative education coordinator.
Q: What do you enjoy most about teaching?
A: I enjoy watching students gain confidence — not just in the school setting but in their community, too.
Q: What do you hope students leave with?
A: I hope students leave these programs knowing their value and how to express it.
Q: Something students may not know?
A: I am also a three-time national clogging champion.
