Lawrence-Nelson teachers told why they find teaching rewarding. Teachers get to see their students excel in the classroom and in life. Kellie Feistner said, “I worked with two brothers who were both on the autism spectrum. I worked in a high school at the time. One boy loved to draw and the other one was interested in ceramics. I supported both of them in art class. It was really cool to see their creativity come out.

“After they were out of high school I was shopping one day and went into a store that sold items made by a local disabilities support group. I saw several pieces creat...