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"Success, to me, is knowing that students feel welcomed and excited to come to school."

— Spotlight Interview with the Milken Family Foundation

Dr. Dallas DeWeese (MO '24)

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University Alma Maters Honor John Melandro (NY ’24) for Excellence in Education
John Melandro (NY '24)
Luke Kanine (MI '24) Selected as Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year and Finalist for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year
Luke Kanine (MI '24)

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"I truly hold the Milken Family Foundation close to my heart. It changed my life and career completely and validated my teaching practices."

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Robert Rivera (TX '06)
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In Memoriam

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