O'Neil said he doesn't remember the craziest things that have happened in his class, but he said, “I remember some of the interesting things that students did or the interesting talents that they had.”

If he wasn’t a teacher, O'Neil said he would want to work in business.

His favorite band is Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, and one of his favorite songs is “Helpless” by Neil Young. If O'Neil could go anywhere in the world, he would travel to New Zealand.

When asked if he would rather have one million dollars or one million loyal friends, O'Neil said he would rather have one million loyal friends, which is arguably the better answer.

His favorite animal is the bald eagle, his favorite movie is It's a Wonderful Life, and his favorite sport is skiing.

The work continues as O'Neil teaches eighth-grade civics and helps students learn about government and history.

The School Nutrition Association states, “The researchers concluded that students with a 30-minute lunch period consumed significantly more vitamins and minerals compared to students who had a 20-minute lunch period.” This means that kids need more time to eat so they can feel better and work more efficiently. If students eat more, they can perform better on tests and assignments.

The Nutrition Research Institute states that “a balanced diet with protein, healthy fats, whole grains, fiber, and vitamins helps kids stay focused, regulate their moods, and maintain energy throughout the school day.” This shows that better food helps students learn better, and the only way they can eat properly is to have enough time to eat their meals.

Your King County says, “Processed foods and those containing sugar may be linked to sleep problems and depression as well as childhood obesity.” This means that if we have more time for lunch, we may have a better chance of avoiding these risks.

Some teachers might say that if there is a longer lunch period it will take time away from learning. However, students would much rather learn when they are not starving. When students eat better, they can focus better and get better grades, which also reduces stress.

It's time for students to have more energy and an easier time learning. Give us more time to eat. People should talk to the principal about having longer lunches and more time to socialize.

Every morning Mistalski arrives at the building at around 7:00 a.m. During this time she plans lessons for her four classes.

When students are in their special blocks and at recess, she grades assignments for 116 students. If she does not finish grading during this time, she continues grading student work in her free time outside of school.

When we interviewed the ELA teacher, she said that grading student work can take up to four hours a day. She also spends up to eight hours a day on her computer.

As of March 10, she is teaching a unit on Greek mythology. She said that “every week she tries to add a fun aspect to the lesson.” This could be creating a poster board of a Greek god or making a booklet.

Mistalski also said that students can help make her job easier by being kind and respectful to their peers and teachers.