Hello! My name is Bella Branson, and I am so excited to be the 7th grade ELA teacher this year! Ever since I was little, I loved playing “teacher” and dreamed of the day I’d have my own classroom. ELA has always been a passion of mine, and I can’t wait to share that excitement with my students.

This is my second full year at Quest. Last year, I had the joy of teaching Public Speaking and Creative Writing, and I’m thrilled to continue growing with this wonderful community. I was born in Alaska and, thanks to my dad’s career in the military, grew up moving all across the country. The longest I lived anywhere was in Alaska, which will always hold a special place in my heart. Eventually, I moved to Idaho to study education at BYU–Idaho, and after, I found my way to Utah when I was offered a position here at Quest.

I am passionate about not just student learning, but also making sure my students enjoy the subject and remain engaged. In my free time, you can usually find me involved in local theatre productions, traveling, playing pickleball, or curled up with a good book. I’m also a proud cat mom to three furry friends!

I’m looking forward to a fantastic year full of growth, creativity, and learning together!