Riley Kane knows the importance of a good teacher.

Whether it's in the classroom or out, a good teacher can make all the difference over four years.

One day, Kane, 18, said she hopes to be that teacher.

The Boothbay Region High School senior noted her teachers as a highpoint during her time at school, and the Boothbay native said their impact has left a mark.

"I think (after I've graduated) I'll remember my teachers the most," she said. "I'll remember how helpful they were, and how they were always willing to help."

The daughter of Sarah Brewer and Brenden Kane will pursue that goal next year at the University of Maine in Farmington when she begins her major in secondary education in English.

For Kane, it was an almost natural decision to pursue a career in English.

"I've always liked English class," she said. "I read a lot, and I just hope to be a teacher."

A large reason why has been the help of English teacher Carol McKenna, who has overseen Kane for four years. Her constant guidance has been one of the reasons why Kane wants to become a teacher.

"I've had Ms. McKenna for all four years and five different classes," Kane said. "(This year) I have one-on-one Latin four with her, and she's just always been able to really make sure I'm where I need to be."

That attention, along with her life-long love of literature swayed Kane to pursue education as she progresses through her college career.

While she said she hopes she eventually teaches elsewhere, Kane will miss her time at Boothbay Region High School. Specifically, the people who filled it.

"I will probably miss my friends the most," she said.