Quotes

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  "It's important to reward outstanding educators because this is a profession everyone needs."— Kristine Becker (KS '22), interview with..." (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 Educator..." (read more)

  Elaine Hill (CT '22)

  Teacher, Charter Oak International Academy
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  "I idolized all of my teachers. It always looked easy, the work that they did. They always had a positive attitude and created a warm..." (read more)

  Dion T. Jones (MD '22)

  Consulting Teacher, Montgomery County Public Schools - Division of Human Resources and Talent Management 
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  "This Award is only possible because of all the wonderful colleagues I've learned from over the years at Cumberland. This truly is my..." (read more)

  Pamela Stepko (VA '22)

  Assistant Principal, Cumberland Elementary School
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  "Guiding students down the path of being a lifelong learner is what drew me to education. It's important to remember that students from any..." (read more)

  Jessica Barnette (NC '22)

  Teacher, Rocky Point Elementary School
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  "I became an educator because I wanted to make a difference. I love kids. I love seeing them learn and grow."— Abby Turbak's South Dakota..." (read more)

  Abby Turbak (SD '22)

  Teacher, McKinley Elementary School
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  "My students are always ready and excited to learn. You get to see the kids have these light bulb moments, and it's so gratifying. It's so..." (read more)

  Anna Norviel (ID '22)

  Special Education Teacher, White Pine STEM Academy
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  "I love learning, and I want to share that love with children, because learning is what's going to take anybody anywhere in their life. You..." (read more)

  Jess Kavitz (WY '22)

  Teacher, Meadowlark Elementary