Helen Imber (1898-1983) dedicated her life to Forest Park. She taught at Grant School, which later became Grant White School, and at Field Stevenson during her 41-year career as a teacher. She was remembered as a diligent, hard-working and concerned teacher who gave and received the respect of pupils, parents and coworkers. She took a personal interest in her pupils and was a part of their lives for years, taking great pride as they advanced toward successful careers in their professions and civic life. She was also a generous benefactor to the Forest Park Public Library willing $1,000,000 to build its present home.
Jill Wagner is an Author at various publications including Salesforce, Forest Park Review, and Wednesday Journal, Inc. She focuses on themes of climate change, sustainability, and education, while also exploring topics such as cleantech, greentech, and recycling within the context of competitive sports and arts education. Her work reflects a commitment to raising awareness about environmental issues and their intersection with education and athletics.











