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students, who are mostly low-income and live in a high- crime area, have experienced many traumas in their lives, say teachers, but are proving to be resilient. After the ordeal, Beuler made t r o p h i e s f o r t h e s t u d e n t s i n Smith's class and the aides with the words "Super Hero" on them. "It was dif ficult to go back," says Beuler. "But I felt I needed to show my students and myself that I wasn't afraid. We will con- tinue to heal. Since the tragedy, the entire North Park community has become closer. This event made us realize how much we care about each other. I believe that God put me there for a reason, and I feel good about what I did. I'm also thankful Darlene and I have each other to lean on when we need to." Despite an upswing in school shootings — and a mass shooting in San Bernardino two years ago — Beuler says she always felt extremely safe at her school. She is now much more cognizant of her sur- roundings and has a ren ewed appreciation for life. "One of the things I learned is that schools need to be proac- tive," she says. "Schools need to practice safety procedures on a regular basis. Communications and teamwork are key. Everyone here did a phenomenal job fol- lowing emergency procedures for evacuating. e North Park staff are awesome role models for our students. I'm proud to be part of this school." " It was difficult to go back. But I felt I needed to show my students and myself that I wasn't afraid." 20 cta.org Perspectives M E M B E R S P O T L I G H T FIND YOUR DREAM HOME AND SAVE Provident Credit Union's Mortgage Program 1. Relationship pricing credit of the additional $250 off closing costs is based on you having one of the following Provident products: home equity loan/line of credit, auto/boat/RV/motorcycle loan, checking with direct deposit, or certificate/IRA. 2. Single family/owner-occupied homes and second homes in California only. Other restrictions may apply. Membership required. Subject to final approval. Pre-approval and closing guarantees are based on a preliminary review of borrower's credit information only and is not a commitment to lend. The closing guarantee is subject to verification of the information submitted on borrower's application, in addition to borrower's property eligibility. Fraudulent or purposely misleading information provided by borrower will invalidate the guarantee. NMLS #412725 © 7/17 PCU • Exclusive .125% mortgage rate discount for CTA members • $100 discount on a standard mortgage loan for CTA members • Receive $250 towards closing costs from Provident Credit Union 1 • Exclusive Movable ® Mortgage 2 • Experienced and knowledgeable Provident Mortgage Consultants to guide you • Power Funding 10-Day Guarantee (800) 632-4600 providentcu.org/cta Endorsed by: ENROLL IN ONLINE BANKING TO RECEIVE PAYMENT ALERTS, CHECK YOUR BALANCE, TRANSFER FUNDS, AND PAY YOUR MORTGAGE LOAN. STEP 3: Find your dream home and SAVE! STEP 1: Get pre-approved for a Provident mortgage loan. Three ways to apply: 1. Call (800) 632-4600 2. Visit providentcu.org/cta 3. Visit your local branch STEP 2: Connect with an experienced Provident Mortgage Consultant by visiting providentcu.org.