Student-athletes at Pennsylvania high school celebrate teachers who made a difference for them
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Fifteen seniors on the cheerleading squad at Sun Valley High School in Aston, Pennsylvania, walked from classroom to classroom Wednesday morning, thanking the teachers and staff members who have made a lasting impact on their lives.Kiara Jones, 17, surprised her personal finance teacher Kate Bigelow with a shirt and a golden ticket to Friday's football game, which is senior night, prompting applause from classmates."She's a very good teacher, and if I need help with a topic, she would teach me how to do it," Kiara said. "She always wants to see everyone succeed, too."The morning was filled with hugs, smiles and emotional moments as students recognized the people who supported them throughout high school.Senior Abigail Falcone became teary-eyed as she thanked teacher Joseph Kochersperger."He has been there for me the past four years," Abigail said. "I visit him before homeroom every day. He's made such a huge impact on me."Kochersperger said he has watched Falcone grow from a timid fres