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Connections: Linking Talented Educators

Connections: Linking Talented Educators

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amanda christensen 2016

"I hope that [my Milken Award] inspires my kids to go on, dream big dreams, and accomplish great things in their lifetime." — SDBP Radio

Amanda Christensen (SD '16)

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Spotlight: Charday Wilson (LA '24)
Spotlight: Jenna Stewart (KY '24)

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Rachel Kinsaul (GA '24) Named 2026 GA Teacher of the Year
Rachel Kinsaul (GA '24)
Dr. Trey Duke (TN '08) Named Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year
Dr. Trey Duke (TN '08)

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"My biggest challenge in the classroom right now is an emerging trend towards academic apathy. It’s a frightening trajectory, but I see students who lack an intrinsic interest in education....I never anticipated having to convince students that becoming highly educated is important, vital to society, and beneficial. To combat this, I show students the correlation between education and income, show learning as something fun and interesting, and provide as many meaningful resources and experiences as I possibly can each day. While this may not show immediate results, I hope they remember these ideas and lessons as they move along their paths and make choices about their future."

— from Spotlight: 10 Questions for Erin Reichert (SC '17)

Erin Reichert (SC '17)
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June E. Eressy (MA '01)
Vee Wilson (NV '91)

About Connections

Connections amplifies the voices of Milken Educators by focusing attention on the work and experiences of excellent educators across the nation. Through articles written by and about the work of Milken Educators, as well as features exploring classroom technology, strategies, education news and more, Connections sparks meaningful conversations about education.

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