Quotes

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  "My fourth grade teacher, Miss Martin—the way she made me feel when I stepped into her classroom, the way I was engaged, the passion she..." (read more)

  Laura Baker-Coronis (CT '21)

  Teacher, Ansonia High School
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  "I grew up going to public school, and I didn't see myself represented in the staff. It was something I always thought about: What if I had..." (read more)

  Taylor Thai (MA '21)

  Teacher, Donovan Elementary
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  "Celebrating teachers makes them feel like what they're doing is helpful, makes a difference and is worthwhile."— Nancie Lawrence,..." (read more)

  Nancie Lawrence (RI '21)

  Reading Specialist, Steere Farm Elementary School
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  "I'm not satisfied with students just acquiring the knowledge, reading and learning about the content. Once they've done that, [I want them..." (read more)

  John Rosenbaum (RI '21)

  Teacher, Segue Institute for Learning
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  "I chose education because I experienced a lot of meaningful connections to my own teachers. I saw individuals who were living their lives..." (read more)

  Aaron Kruger (WY '21)

  Teacher, Cheyenne Central High School
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  "My message for students: If you love school, teaching is an opportunity for you to continue to go to school for the rest of your life."—..." (read more)

  Becky Junge (WY '21)

  Teacher, Verda James Elementary
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  "I'm here [at my Milken Award notification] because of my teachers. I have family members who are teachers. I learn from other teachers. I..." (read more)

  Erica Quale (ND '21)

  Midwest Region Director, Cognia
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  "Celebrating educators is important because we can show the kids things they can aspire to, show them that the time and effort you put in..." (read more)

  Dr. Camrin Vaux (SD '21)

  Principal, Camelot Intermediate School