Quotes

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  “I hope to inspire educators, parents and policymakers to recognize and value the importance of diverse educational pathways for all..." (read more)

  Alexis Arias (CA '23)

  Teacher, Amistad High School
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  “It’s good to celebrate teachers and show what a great career this is, and how big of an impact you can have.”'— Interview with the..." (read more)

  Ashley (Anderson) Post (AR '23)

  Teacher, Greenbrier Middle School
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  “I became a teacher because I wanted to be a mentor. I went to Lew-Port and I had these really awesome teachers who mentored me… I..." (read more)

  Kimberly Alexander Carlo (NY '23)

  Teacher, Lewiston-Porter Middle School
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  “Emphasizing storytelling and providing opportunities for students to explore personal narratives is a powerful way to empower students..." (read more)

  Comfort Agboola (IL '23)

  Teacher, Edgar Allan Poe Classical Elementary School
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  “I really enjoy the time I get to spend with the kids doing activities that they might not get the opportunity to do at home. I like that..." (read more)

  Bradley Absher (MD '23)

  Teacher, Bodkin Elementary School
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  "It's my favorite thing in the world — I love teaching kids to read. It's really magical when you can break down what seems like such a..." (read more)

  Leigh Beson (MA '22)

  Teacher, Rochester Memorial School
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  "This is in my blood — this is what I was born to do. This Award validates that I'm in the right spot, doing the right things. I'm in..." (read more)

  Megan Brown (AZ '22)

  Federal School Improvement Specialist, Arizona Department of Education
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  "My sister started her career as a teacher when I was in high school. I saw the way she and my dad [a minister] poured into people, and I..." (read more)

  Emily Howard (AR '22)

  Teacher, Drew Central Elementary School