As I talk to people from time to time about those who have made a significant impact in their lives, some instantly reminisce about a special teacher who "saved" them from what they are convinced would have been a tragic outcome. Occasionally, I find those who had a negative experience, yet somehow God's grace was sufficient, not only to help them through, but to turn them into a Joseph or an Esther.

In this issue, we celebrate a few stories that touched our staff—stories of teachers who modeled the life of Christ. We trust they will inspire us all to follow their examples.