Alumni Stories
The Tucker Maxon legacy
Alumni are the legacy of Tucker Maxon. Accordingly, it’s wonderful to keep in touch, and to reconnect with former students and families from the near or distant past. During their early school years, students grow, learn, and build strong foundations for the future. Devoted Tucker Maxon teachers and staff care deeply about helping students reach their full potential. Thus, it is with great pride that we share in their successes and achievements in life, when hopes and dreams become true. In turn, Tucker Maxon alumni encourage others, communicating, caring, and confident in their abilities. We are extremely proud of our alumni. Here are their words of wisdom to the next generation of students.
Alumni stories
Abigail Heringer
“Having a positive mindset is everything!”
Rachel Heringer
“Stay motivated, stay inspired and stay kind.”
Fran Smyth
“Be kind to yourself and be kind to others. It makes a difference. “
Rebecca Archer
“When others have misconceptions about hearing loss, see it as an opportunity to educate versus being mad and defensive…”
Dave Bryan
“Be confident in your abilities when you leave Tucker Maxon and move into the next chapter of your life…When students move on from Tucker Maxon, they can leave knowing that they have been given the tools to succeed.”
Joshua Malos
“Tucker taught me about community, about being welcoming and giving.”
Nate Higby
“My experiences with hearing loss has sparked a passion for social justice. While I was privileged enough to be brought up in a supportive and inclusive community, I met others with disabilities who did not have that luxury.”
Heather Aldridge
“There are so many doors that you can open and explore in your life. Explore new opportunities, experiences, and cherish them. Teach other people to work with you, with your hearing loss, and let them learn who you are as a person.”
David Lenz
“2019 is a great year to be hearing impaired! The technology we have is so fantastic…Don’t take it for granted and always keep an open mind when it comes to trying new technologies.”
Veronica Pollard
“I have a secret — the world IS different…and being different is a good thing.”
Robin Baker
“Everybody is different in some way, and it’s great to embrace that. A little humor goes a long way in making yourself and others feel comfortable with these differences.”
Charlie Hall
“My advice to you is to embrace these differences and love who you are, it is part of what makes you unique. Be confident!”