In addition to being my 9th grade math teacher Mrs. Hicks is one of the most impactful people in my life! Her belief in people is unmatched and her ability to give people the permission to be themselves is a true gift! At the toughest times in my life I relied on the principles Mrs. Hicks taught me through her actions of loving people exactly where they are! The world needs more people like Mrs. Hicks and I am fortunate to have her in my life! She has inspired countless people in the Lompoc valley and now the world get to experience her genius!!! Kellycardenas.com