Quotes

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  [to students] "You guys inspire us to come to work each day. The harder you work in the classroom, the more it makes an impact on our..." (read more)

  Dr. Kimberly Moreno (NJ '15)

  Assistant Principal , Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering
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  "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."

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  Eric Patin (NC '15)

  Teacher, Chatham Central High School
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  "[A good teacher has] to be smart. Not only a strong formal education but also what we would call 'with-it-ness.' A combination of..." (read more)

  Jessica Cunningham (DC '15)

  Exectuive Director , KIPP Schools
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  “We have an opportunity as teachers to make learning meaningful for every child. One positive learning experience can unlock a cycle of..." (read more)

  Julie Wojcicki-Cleave (OR '14)

  Reading Specialist , Hallman Elementary School
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  “Education is the stepping stone to becoming your best self.”

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  Jenna White (AK '14)

  Teacher, Orion Elementary School
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  “New technology, cures for fatal diseases, peace talks—this will all come from those who were once our students. We owe it to our..." (read more)

  Angie Sigmon (NC '14)

  Instructional Technology Facilitator, Newton-Conover City Schools
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  “As educators, we shape the world. In order to do so we must continuously be lifelong learners ourselves. Those who are educated will..." (read more)

  Desi Nesmith (CT '14)

  Chief Turnaround Officer, Connecticut State Department of Education
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  “Teaching is a calling. Each day I wake up excited to get to school and help our young students reach their potential through fostering a..." (read more)

  Michelle Johnson (DC '14)

  Teacher, Van Ness Elementary School