Staff Spotlight: Tylar Higgins & family

Staff Spotlight: Tylar Higgins, Student Support Specialist at MPHS


What brought you to this job?

My work background is mental health with teens, so I knew when going back to work I wanted to stay in the field. This position has been the perfect opportunity.

What are you looking forward to this school year?

I’m looking forward to getting to know students and being able to help however I can.

What is something you enjoy - that makes your life rewarding?

I love helping kids develop their skills and confidence to achieve their goals.

How do you spend your time outside of work?

I enjoy anything outdoors. Hiking, camping, going to the beach, and traveling is how we spend most of our weekends.

Share some facts about yourself:

A few things about me: I always have chocolate; I’m still getting used to the rain after living in Oregon for 8 years; my favorite color is green; and I love going on new adventures with my family.