“I have gained a tremendous sense of gratitude for life and how beautiful it is that each day is a new day. My perspective was altered by events throughout my life, including personal health struggles and experiences of loss. I am blessed to know that each day is a gift. I learned that times of struggle often show you what is most important. Light is shed on your morals and values in the most exposing way. The legacy of Michelle Chalk is a factor in this way of thinking. While I did not know Michelle personally, her soul touched many lives, including mine. Her impact continues to influence our community due to the life she lived.”
– Chelsea Crisler, MCSF application essay