*Intervention Specialist*
By: Morgan Blechschmid and Chloe Rojak
May 12, 2022
Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Amy Bolas! Mrs. Bolas is an intervention specialist here at Brooklyn High School and has had much experience in her 19-year career. She has served as a coach-teacher in the four core classes (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies). Outside of school, Bolas enjoys spending time with her family, boating, and traveling. She continues to have a great impact on the lives of many students.
Q: What inspired you to become an intervention specialist?
A: “I worked at a special needs camp my first summer after my freshman year of college, and I really enjoyed working with the special needs kids there. When I returned back to college, I decided I wanted to change my major from elementary education to special education.”
Q: What subject do you enjoy helping students with the most?
A: “Geometry because it just makes sense.”
Q: Describe the highs and lows of being an intervention specialist.
A: “The highs are when you see the ‘ah-ha’ moment, and the students understand the concept and get familiar with what they’re doing. The lows are when you see the students really struggling, and you’re really trying and doing what you can to help them.”
Q: If you could choose a different occupation, what would it be and why?
A: “If I had a choice, I would probably want to be a stay-at-home mom. I feel like I’ve missed out on a lot of my kids’ school activities and the things they like to do just because I’m always working, and I don’t really have much authority to take off just whenever. This was especially valid when my kids were younger.”
Q: What was the most significant life lesson ever taught to you?
A: “My dad always instilled in me not to give up, no matter how frustrated you are. You have to keep going and just know that you will get there, and it will all make sense in the end. Don’t give up, no matter how frustrated you get.”
Q: What are your hobbies?
A: “I like to try new recipes, and I like spending time with my family, boating, and going on vacations.”
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world for one year, where would it be? Why?
A: “Probably Paris, France. It’s always been one of my top destinations to go to because there’s just a lot to do there.”
Q: How do you plan on spending your summer break?
A: “Renovating my house and traveling. We are actually traveling to Ireland and London this summer.”
Thank you Mrs. Bolas for all of your work and dedication to the students here at BHS. Enjoy your upcoming trip to the United Kingdom!
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