Ryan James Ritzes

2018 "Pass the Torch" Scholarship Finalist

The power of positivity: this is the legacy that theater director Jillian Bauersfeld passed on to her students. Now an aspiring music teacher, Ryan James Ritzes aims to empower his future students by radiating joy, strength and an infectious enthusiasm.

Here is Ryan's story about Ms. Bauersfeld...

Want to hear the stories of the other seven finalists? Visit our 2018 Scholarship Finalists page.

Thinking of applying to this year's program? Learn more on our Teachers Test Prep "Pass the Torch" Teacher Scholarships page.