Quotes

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  "I understand our students’ struggles because I was raised in this community and shared the same struggles they have. I am an English..." (read more)

  Omar Duron (AZ '19)

  Associate Superintendent, Gadsden Elementary School District
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  "We’ve taken students to Belize and Costa Rica, and we have had an absolute blast each time. Many students in Alaska have never left the..." (read more)

  Rebecca Missler (AK '19)

  Teacher, North Pole High School
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  "My success is really tied to my students’ success. If I have done my job well, they will leave me as lifelong learners who find joy and..." (read more)

  Leslie Sullivan (SC '19)

  Teacher/High School Chair, Palmetto Scholars Academy
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  "I hope my students leave my class as better thinkers and believing they can do challenging work. Confidence in yourself will translate to..." (read more)

  Nathan Kirsch (TN '19)

  Teacher, Whitehaven High School
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  "Middle school is such an awkward time in a child’s life. They are trying to figure out who they are, who their real friends are. They go..." (read more)

  Kristen Musgrove (FL '19)

  Teacher, Hilliard Middle-Senior High School
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  "The [Milken Educator] Award has had a lasting impact on [my students]. They realize that hard work and doing the right thing, even when..." (read more)

  Rachel O'Kelley (NC '19)

  Teacher, John A. Holmes High School
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  "Possessing fundamental skills in videography and content creation will be a huge asset for students beyond high school. Aside from having..." (read more)

  Adam Parvanta (ME '19)

  Technology Integrator/Teacher, Gorham High School
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  "Teaching has always been about making connections with students, whether at the elementary or high school level. You are never too young..." (read more)

  Jennifer Paolantonio (RI '19)

  Teacher, Ponaganset High School