Quotes

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  "If you value meaningful work and an opportunity to continuously grow and learn, teaching is a wonderful opportunity to make that..." (read more)

  Esther Kwon (HI '22)

  Assistant Principal, Daniel K. Inouye Elementary School
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  "I teach because I want to make a difference in the lives of my students — more than just education, but pouring into them, showing..." (read more)

  Corrie Campbell (LA '22)

  Teacher, Green T. Lindon Elementary School
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  "I teach because I want to make a difference in my community. The best is yet to come for Port Allen. If education makes a difference..." (read more)

  Dereka Duncan (LA '22)

  Teacher, Cohn Elementary School
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  "I teach because I want to make a difference. I want my impact to last way longer than I'm on this Earth. When I see my students..." (read more)

  Elise Tureau Frederic (LA '22)

  Teacher, Mentor, Lakeside Primary
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  "I was born with cerebral palsy, so I've dealt with living in a world that wasn't built for me every day of my life. What better way..." (read more)

  Lisa Moody (NE '22)

  Teacher, Jefferson Elementary School
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  "In first grade I was a shy, reserved kid who maybe wouldn't get noticed. And my teacher noticed me and made me feel special. I felt..." (read more)

  Vanessa Thomson (MO '22)

  Teacher, Chapel Hill Elementary School
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  "It's important to reward outstanding educators because this is a profession everyone needs."— Kristine Becker (KS '22),..." (read more)

  Kristi Becker Yulich (KS '22)

  Teacher, Logan Elementary
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  "It's important to recognize educators because we're doing work that helps the whole community."— Elaine Hill at her Milken..." (read more)

  Elaine Hill (CT '22)

  Teacher, Academic Academy at Michael F. Wallace Middle School