‘Loved her students fiercely’: California community honors beloved teacher Shelley Snyder
By Peyton Headlee
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SHINGLE SPRINGS, California (KCRA) — The Buckeye Elementary School community in Shingle Springs gathered Wednesday to remember Shelley Snyder, a third-grade teacher who was shot and killed two weeks ago, with her husband charged in her death.
The school’s blacktop became a place of remembrance as more than 100 students, parents, and colleagues shared their favorite memories of Snyder.
“I have a lot of memories of her. She was one of my favorite teachers,” one student said.
“Mrs. Snyder would always make me smile in class when I’m sad and stuff,” another student said.
Snyder’s impact was profound, with many recalling her empathy and care for everyone at the school. Many also spoke about her humor and love for science.
“She taught with dedication. She loved her students fiercely. And she advocated for their needs. And year after year, her students grew not only academically, but as kind and capable young people,” said Kevin Cadden, Buckeye Elementary School’s principal.
Snyder impacted hundreds of lives over her 20 years of teaching. However, her proudest accomplishment was her own children.
“She would tell you her very best accomplishment was her two boys. She was so proud,” a friend said. “Just beaming with pride all the time for her boys.”
The school collected donations for her two sons in a box made by her third-grade class on Wednesday evening.
“We will never forget her. We will honor her legacy by continuing to love, support and inspire students the way she did for two decades,” Cadden said.
“I loved every day that I got to see her and every day when she was there,” one student said.
“I miss her and love her so much,” another student said.
Geoffrey Snyder, 57, is facing a murder charge and is being held at the El Dorado County Jail without bail.
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