We’re proud to announce our October Teacher of the Month: Ms. Shoopman, a dedicated school counselor from Piedmont Hills High School. In a time when students (and let’s be honest, adults, too) need guidance more than ever, Ms. Shoopman has stepped up to create a safe, supportive space for young minds to explore their dreams and plan for the future.

She’s not just a counselor—she’s a lifeline for students navigating pressure, uncertainty, and big life questions. And now, thanks to Big Box Storage, she’ll be attending the Get Focused, Stay Focused conference to sharpen her skills and bring back powerful tools to support at-risk youth.

What She Needed

“I need the registration and lodging covered so I can attend a conference that helps counselors improve their career and educational planning for our at-risk youth,” said Ms. Shoopman. Done and well deserved.

Her Students

Ms. Shoopman describes her students as “well-mannered, hard-working, and driven.” Many are first-generation Americans honoring their families’ sacrifices through relentless dedication to education. Her biggest message to them? Struggling is part of growth, and perfection isn’t the goal. These are students who embrace diversity, celebrate different cultures, and inspire the very person hired to guide them.

The Project

The Get Focused, Stay Focused conference will give Ms. Shoopman the tools to:

Help students create a personalized 10-year career and education plan
Launch a comprehensive guidance program starting in 9th grade
Teach students to ask: “Who am I? What do I want? How do I get it?”
Build financial literacy and prepare them for real-world independence

This isn’t just about professional development—it’s about changing lives.

Why It Matters

Ms. Shoopman is doing the kind of work that echoes far beyond the walls of a classroom. And while this recognition is just a small gesture, we hope it helps her continue impacting San Diego’s next generation of leaders, dreamers, and doers.

Nominate a Local Hero

Know a teacher making a difference in your community? Help us recognize them!
Email us at support@bigbox.com with:

Teacher’s name & school
Class or subject taught
What support do they need
Why they deserve to be our next Teacher of the Month

Let’s give back to the educators shaping San Diego’s future—one student at a time.

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