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The Teacher Appreciation nominations are in.
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Read the reason’s given as to why these
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Immaculate Conception Grade School - Grade 6 - View photo of Laura Bedore Nomination Reason: Laura Bedore is one of the most compassionate, dedicated teachers I’ve ever met. All three of my children had her and hands down, says she was the best teacher they’ve had. She helped us so much through the diagnosis of ADHD for our son, finding resources, setting us in the right direction for help, all while helping him understand the need for help doesn’t mean you are not smart and can be successful. I will get forever grateful to Mrs. Bedore.
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Edison School - Grade School Resource Specialist - View photo of Gretchen Boerwinkle - Nomination Reason:: Ms. Boerwinkle is an incredible lady in addition to being an exemplary teacher. 3 of my children had her as their teacher and one was lucky enough to be in her class twice. She gives kids the confidence to succeed and is always kind and goes above and beyond what’s expected of her.
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First Colony Middle School - Grade 7
Nomination Reason: Even going through leukemia didn’t stop Fauzia’s passion for teaching middle school science. -
Blythe Park Elementary - Grade Kindergarten - Nomination Reason:: Jessica has been teaching for 13 years. She spent 7 years teaching in the south side of Chicago. The next 6 years she moved on to teaching kindergarten intervention and second grade. This year Jessica is teaching full-day, play based kindergarten at Blythe Park Elemntary school where she previously taught second grade for the past two years. In addition to teaching l, Jessica is a mother to 5 children, four boys and one girl. Two of her children have different needs that require different therapies. Jessica’s family is actively involved in travel sports, the Chicago Blues hockey program, Elmhurst Chief’s Hockey program and Team Elmhurst Soccer Club. Jessica’s family have been Elmhurst residents for over 3 years and are actively involved in their children's school. Jessica works hard to give everything to her students, families and her own children.
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Burbank - Grade Kindergarten - View her photo - Nomination Reason: Mrs.Kaplan is a very dedicated kindergarten teacher. She motivates each child to be the best they can be. She loves to Insight a passion for reading through her storytelling with Incredible expression that delights her students. Her learning centers challenge the students to meet their goals successfully. Her expertise and dedication deserve to be recognized.
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Jackson Elementary - Grade 3 - Nomination Reason: This will be my thirty-second year teaching in Elmhurst at Jackson School, and I couldn’t imagine teaching anywhere else!
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Clinton Elementary - Grade 2 - View her photo - Nomination Reason: I am a mother of 3. I decided to go back to school in the Fall of 2019. At that time I was a mother to a 6 year old, a 2 year old, amd a 6 month old. I maintained a 4.0 GPA my entire career at Millikin University. This was gratifying to me because I did this while being a mom to 3 amd working as a substitute teacher regularly. I am now a first year teacher in a second grade classroom in Clinton Illinois. Setting up first classroom has be very financially straining for family. I have been fortunate to afford alpt of classroom needs, but I still have a lost of its that would benefit my students. Having support to finish off my list would be a blessing that both myself and my students would greatly apperciate. Thank you for your consideration.
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Name of School: ICGS - Grade 1 - Clinton Elementary - Grade 2 - View her photo - Nomination Reason: Ms. Lyons makes each child feel like they are the center of her universe. She gives her whole heart to EACH student and and inspires them with LOVE and positivity bringing out each child's very very best.
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York High School - Grade 12 - Nomination Reason: Ms. Mckinney has gone above and beyond to make students feel supported. She helped me ease my anxiety during remote learning and during the college application process. She’s awesome!
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Fischer School - Grade 4 Dual Language - View her photo - Nomination Reason: Sybil has filled numerous, high-need positions at Fischer School. This year she is moving from a Resource position to a classroom position. She will need many items and books to make the classroom come together as she wants. I worked with Sybil as her Instructional Coach for many years. Her dedication to her students is amazing. During Covid remote teaching she would be available to parents and students well beyond the work day. The last year has been incredibly challenging for this amazing teacher and she so deserves this assistance. There is no doubt in my mind her students will benefit greatly. Thank you for considering her for this award.
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Conrad Fischer Elementary Grades K-5 - Nomination Reason:: One of the most dedicated and patient teachers I know. She spends as much time out of school preparing lessons for children as she does in the classroom presenting those lessons. Most of the students she works with do not speak English as a first language and she takes the time to learn their native languages to better engage and inform those students. She is constantly participating in running extracurricular activities all while being a union representative and assisting her fellow teachers in HR matters. I don’t know how she does it all and somehow manages to keep a healthy social life at the same time, but she does and does it well!
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Sunnyside Intermediate - Grade 4 - Nomination Reason: Pam is coming to teaching as a second career after raising her two sons. She started off as a lunch supervisor at their school and then started subbing in a nearby district. She became much sought after and requested. At that time, after a few conversations with people she decided to go back to school to get her teaching certificate. She will be starting her first year in 4th grade and $500 would go a long way in setting up her classroom.
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Deaneen Elementary - Grade Kindergarten - (View photo of Nakeya Smith HERE )
Nomination Reason: Ms. Smith is an excellent teacher. I’m very privileged to have worked by her side; she’s gentle, kind, warm hearted, and passionate about children and their education. I saw her in action doing presentations and teaching students. She’s very prompt and dependable. She is branching out and will now have her own personal classroom and students. She’s a winner and the children are blessed to have her. -
Creekside Elementary - Grade 5 - Nomination Reason: Jenny goes above and beyond for her students. She is going into her 22 year of teaching. She has her Masters in Special Education along with being General Education teacher. She works with all children, including those with behavior problems. Students write about how much they learn and from her and how kind and compassionate she is to everyone. Jenny takes her time making sure everyone understands before moving on, and she works individually with those who need aid. She gives her all while also raising a high schooler, 7th grader, and a 4th grader. Her work day consists of seven days a week preparing and having extra work for kids who need the help. She never gives herself enough credit for what she does and the importance she brings and gives to all the students she teaches.
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Sandburg - Grade 6 - (View photo of Lauren Vasquez HERE) - Nomination Reason: A teacher totally for her students, willing to listen, help and give freely of herself.
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Churchill - Grade 8 - (View photo of Ricardo Vasquez HERE)
Nomination Reason: Talented band director who brings enthusiasm, fun and develops a true deep bond through all that he teaches.
