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Janel Blair
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Ms.C
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Cramer Junior High School, Essexville-Hampton Public Schools
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Janel spends a good section of her summer in her classroom preparing for her upcoming year. She tutors kids all summer to help them get ready for the fall and keeps working with any student who may need any help through out the year. She has been the 8th grade class trip to Washington DC coordinator for over 10 years now and runs fund raisers so those students who would not be able to afford to go has the chance to raise the money She keeps math fun and is constantly looking for new ways to keep her students engaged and interested in Math. She spend countless hours on the week ends in the classroom preparing for the next week and she goes above and beyond to make each and every student a priority. |
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Mark Miller
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Ms.B
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John Glenn High School, Bangor Township Schools
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Like most teachers Mark cares about his students. He helps them, guides them. mentors them and allows the student to be themselves. He finds a way to work with the students at their pace. He arrives at school with a great attitude and leaves with the same attitude hours later. I think all teachers are heroes and deserving of this award but when I saw this award he immediately jumped into my head. He is deserving of this award. |
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Emily Hoyle
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Kim
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Swan Valley Middle School
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Mrs. Hoyle goes above and beyond her role as teacher to our students...she is encouraging, caring, while still having a sense of what our kids need to learn. Not only is she a teacher, she also does several extras as well. BPA, volleyball Coach and anything else you can think of! Sending hand written notes to students thanking them for things they do and that she is proud and appreciates them certainly deserves a Golden Apple Award! |
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Lynn Hable
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Matt Drake
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Kingston Jr./Sr High
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Mrs Hable is an English/Spanish teacher that has had a long career in education. She has never lost the passion for working with students. She has taken her Spanish students on cultural trips, volunteered to run the local SADD Chapter and will fill any need the school may have. Mrs Hable has a heart the size of Texas. She is a truly selfless person that never does anything to draw attention to herself or her many accomplishments. Her students perform at a high level and she always makes the personal connection. |
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Mrs. Dawn Perez
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I appreciate her
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Swan Valley High School
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Mrs. Perez always has time for all of her students. She is patient and thoughtful and it shows everyday in her classroom. He spends countless hours at school helping students that don't go unnoticed. She goes above and beyond everyday from her commit to her students to her passion for organizations like BPA. I am so thankful that Mrs. Perez is my teacher and my BPA Advisor. |
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Mrs. Sara Pawlick
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Kendall Palmer
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Shields Elementary School, Swan Valley School District
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| Describe why the nominee should win: |
Mrs. Pawlick is amazing. She is always so loving, patient, and helpful to me and all of her students. I enjoy going to school everyday and learning from her. She is the best kindergarten teacher and I am so happy I have her this school year. |
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Mrs. Sandy Post
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your co-worker
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Laker Elementary School
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I have the pleasure of working with Mrs. Sandy Post. She is someone who is dedicated to all students and our staff. Mrs. Post goes above and beyond to make sure that her students are receiving the very best education that we can supply. She is calm, loving, fair, kind, and yet firm. She is structured and organized but also includes creative activities and strategies to meet all of her students' needs. Mrs. Post is a team player. She enjoys brainstorming with other educators and planning things together. Mrs. Post is always professional and positive! Mrs. Post volunteers for Laker Schools in many ways and does it all on her personal time. She has filmed the JV and Varsity football games for our teams for both the away and home games for years. This school year she is even taping the junior high football games. Mrs. Post is always looking for ways to improve her teaching craft. She attends many professional developments and is always willing to share new ideas and knowledge about what is current with others. What I love the most about her is that she remains positive and calm no matter what the situation is! It is wonderful to work with such an amazing educator! |
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JJ Burnham
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| Public Name: |
Heather Howe
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Havens Elementary School, Swan Valley School District
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JJ is the kind of teacher you want to package up and take with you year to year. She is the teacher who gets to know every single one of her students; their strengths, weaknesses, likes, dislikes. She gets inside their little heads and learns to teach each one of them the way they need to be taught so they understand, absorb, learn. She's mostly patient, but tough when she needs to be. She's fair, loving, kind and encouraging. A teacher who is in it for all the right reasons. She cherishes all of her kids and is such a great supporter for each one, even outside of school. She can often be found attending their sporting events to cheer them on. She is a teacher whose students will remember her forever. |
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Justin Jamrog
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| Public Name: |
Sandy Schafer
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John Glenn High School, Bangor Township Schools
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Not only did I have the wonderful opportunity to have Justin as a student several years ago, but now I teach alongside him in the Science Department at John Glenn High School. It has been awesome to see him grow into such an amazing educator!
Justin exemplifies what so many of our students need today: A work hard, no excuses, you can do it attitude! He is such a wonderful advocate for our students both academically in his science classroom and athletically as a coach. He continues to impress me with the connections he makes with his 9th grade students and relationships that last throughout their high school years. I admire his drive, energy, and genuine excitement for his job and student learning that he displays daily. What a wonderful choice for recognition!! |
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Mandy Klida
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Multiple Nominations
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John Glenn High School, Bangor Township Schools
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Dani Snider:
Mandy is truly one of the most amazing educators I have ever known. She cares about each and every one of her students so deeply. She is always pushing them to do their best even when they don't think they can. She has such a gift with reaching her students! She also has an incredible gift with really striving to make the material she teaches fun. She doesn't just teach the material, she brings it to life for her students! Which can often times be a struggle in teaching literature. Not only is she a terrific teacher, she's a wonderful person who is involved in her school and community. She even heads up the Project Hope group at John Glenn which helps any needy families who go to school in our district. It's a huge undertaking for her but she absolutely loves the feeling she gets knowing how many Bangor families she's able to help when they need it most! She absolutely deserves this Golden Apple award!
Courtney Clifford:
Ms. Klida is very influential as a teacher because she treats you like a person rather than just a number, like a lot of teachers do. She takes the time to get to know you and what is going on in your life. Already this year she has helped me tremendously with my papers, vocabulary, grammar, and has just overall been extremely supportive. I would have to say Ms. Klida is the best teacher at John Glenn due to her love for her job and her students which she shows each and every day.
JREISS:
Ms. Klida has always put her students first and is very upfront about everything. She also helped change our reading program so that the students could read without the pressure of a useless test at the end. No matter what you need help with, she was willing to answer your question to the best of her ability.
Noah Thelen:
Ms. Klida is a teacher that actually cares what happens and how her students do in and outside of the school. You can also tell that she enjoys her job and makes the class room as enjoyable as possible.
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Allison Metiva Wajer
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Carrollton MS
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Carrollton Middle School
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Where do I start? Mrs. Metiva has been a constant measure of success since I have started working at Carrollton. Allison has always went above the norm in helping our students succeed at Carrollton. Lately, Mrs. Metiva has been a part of our PBIS team. This team sets up lessons and programs to assist all of our students. Through PBIS our rate of discipline referrals has went way down. Another program Allison has been a part of is our check in / check out program. This program pairs teacher with students and sets goals for student success. We have many teachers and students in this program.
Allison is a big part of our sunshine committee that sets up fun activities for staff. Allison is also our lead on the wellness committee in the middle school. Allison is very involved and spends countless hours outside of school to improve our district and service our students.
Allison does all of this while living the family life with obligations outside of school. |
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Lauren Armbruster
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Tonya Brakenberry
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Laker junior high
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She is a special ed teacher with incredible patience and takes each child under her wing as if they are truly hers. She wants every child to succeed and goes above and beyond to make sure it happens! |
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| Name of Nominee: |
Helen Diedrich
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Courtney
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Merrill High School
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Why should Helen Diedrich win the Golden Apple Award? Well because she has helped out not just myself, but many boat loads of other students here at Merrill High! She is the one teacher that you can go to if you need someone to talk to about anything. She will help get your friendship back together if need be! Trust me she did that for me! |
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Kevin Richards
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Clare Public Schools
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Clare High School
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Kevin Richards has taught me everything that I know about being a teacher. He has taught me that some days it is more important to laugh with my students, than to teach them about content. He has taught me that some days it is more important to listen to my students than to speak at them. He has taught me that some days it is more important to let them be kids, rather than to force them to be adults. Kevin is the hardest working person I have ever met. He works three jobs. He coaches two sports. He pours his heart and soul into every aspect of his life. Kevin has taught me everything I know about what good teaching looks like, feels like, and sounds like because he shows up every day, and pours his heart and his soul into his classroom. I have observed in, taught in, and been in many classrooms, but I have never felt the joy, happiness, and comfort that I feel teaching at Clare High School. |
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Philip Fletcher
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| Public Name: |
Marisa
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Merrill High School
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| Describe why the nominee should win: |
He is awesome teacher and cares for his students well being. |
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| Name of Nominee: |
Chad Lewicki
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8th Grade Student
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Marshall Greene Middle School, Birch Run
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| Describe why the nominee should win: |
He does everything in his power to see his students succeed. |
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| Name of Nominee: |
Jana Forgach
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Jolicamper
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Brendel Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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She is truly a dedicated loving kindergarten teacher. She puts in many , many hours weekly making sure that her students are receiving the best beginning school instruction. She is devoted to each of her students, her school, and her district. |
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Ava Butzu
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| Public Name: |
Vbelill
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Grand Blanc High School
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Ava Butzu is the type of teacher who impacts students' lives far beyond their time in her classroom. She works tirelessly to build a relationship with students that demands work ethic, encourages compassion, and inspires creativity.
Ava teaches AP Language and Yearbook courses at the high school. The list of the yearbook's accolades alone is telling to how hard she works and how well she creates a community of hard workers in her classroom. Ava arrives far before the bell, stays long after it has rung, and she spends her entire summer attending conferences to stay current and creative.
However, beyond the "teaching" stuff, it is Mrs. Butzu's relationships with her students that far surpasses any award or data. Butzu's students admire her strength of character and they trust her to advise them. Ava cares about her students' week-being and futures as if each and every one of them were her own child.
Please consider Ava Butzu for the Golden Apple Award to demonstrate the kind of courage and compassion that needs to be modeled to young people everywhere. |
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Mr Dave Hernandez
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Jennifer McConnell
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Indian Hill Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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This man has the patience of a saint. We send our little 5-6 year olds into a class some of the kids have never been away from mom. He has 28+ kids some of whom are crying on the first day and he takes time to reassure the kids and parents they will be fine and send us on our way. Some of the kids (okay just mine) are still crying into week 2,3 and yes even into the second month of school. And he still takes time to reassure kids everything is fine and sends me on my way. My daughter had him last year and my twins have him this year. Emma my older child was having difficulties learning and he pushed to get her the help she needed. Now in 1st grade she is reading and catching up to kids in her grade because he pushed for her to get help! Now I have a very confident young lady who wants to learn because he made it fun and didn't give up on her. He is doing the same for my twins this year. He genuinely cares about all the kids in his class and in the school. He makes it easy to communicate and if there is a issue he addresses it immediately. These are just some of the amazing qualities of this man. |
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Mrs. Angie James
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Jennifer A
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Myers Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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My daughter was new the district this year. Her whole life changed, new school, taken from her friends, has to walk to school, no longer has her brother in the same building, and the list goes on. She would cry every morning and even cause herself to get sick. Mrs. James has gone far above the call of duty to help her with her anxiety and now my little girl loves going to school again! Mrs. James will never be forgotten by anyone in my family! |
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Pam Stahl
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Gina Anderson
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Kolb Elementary School, Bay City
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Mrs. Stahl is a veteran teacher who has been at Kolb for over 20 years. She puts sunshine into every thing she does. She comes to school EVERY DAY ready to make the day great for everyone around her. She loves what she does and it shows with her infectious smile and genuine love for each and every one of her students. I am very fortunate to call her a colleague and also a friend for all these years. She is more than a golden apple. She’s platinum! |
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James Nicholson
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| Public Name: |
Dayton Hammon
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Grand Blanc High School
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James Nicholson, or Jamie Nicholson as he is more commonly referred to, is not your average teacher. This man deeply cares for very student that enters his class. He wants nothing but the best for them, and gives them every tool he can provide to make the best content. Outside of school, he works as an NFL Replay Official and a member of Vidcam, a local Grand Blanc business. On top of working three jobs, he is raising a family as a loyal and loving father.
Jamie Nicholson has am energy that is inviting. He encourages his students to work hard, and treats them like adults, giving them uncommon respect. From his other jobs, he pays out of pocket for new equipment for his students to use. He strives for creativity on a professional level.
Jamie Nicholson is more than a teacher. He is a mentor, a father figure, and a friend. He listens to his students and comes to know each of them personally. His classroom is one of the most vibrant classes in Grand Blanc. Ask any student of his, current or former, and they will tell you how Mr. Nicholson changed their lives for the better.
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Joel Cormany
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Lisaj
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Grand Blanc West Middle School
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Mr Cormany is a fantastic teacher who cares about his students. He takes the time to understand how his students learn! |
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Jennifer Roman
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Kristy Lipe
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Brendel Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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I have spent a lot of years in the educational system in many different aspects and I have never met a teacher like Mrs. Roman! I had the privilege of having her teach all 4 of my children 5 years in a row. Her dedication and love for teacher is like no other! Each student in her class knows they are loved and they are important. She not only provides a fantastic education to her students but also provides a phenomenal loving and nurturing environment. I can honestly say there is no teacher as deserving as she!!! My kids would all tell you she is teacher of the year every year in our house! |
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Sarah Stockton
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| Public Name: |
Lora
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Grand Blanc High School
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| Describe why the nominee should win: |
She teaches very well She does a lot for the community. She cares about each and every student |
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| Name of Nominee: |
Craig Revette
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| Public Name: |
Benjamin Doan
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Ogemaw Heights High School
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Mr. Revette is a true champion of his students. He teaches an overload schedule and is always available to students who need help with the classwork or encouragement in life. In addition to his classroom duties, he is the Junior Class Adviser and National Honor Society Adviser. |
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Kristine Ockerman
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Kaycie Soderling
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Gladwin Junior High School
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Kristine goes above and beyond to work with all students. As as special education teacher, she often has the most difficult challenges in her classroom and she treats every child with love and respect. She also goes above and beyond sharing her personal phone number with families, volunteering as our Autism coach to help other teachers work with students with Autism, organizing our student information center, and organizing a special education barbeque during the summer to building connections with families. She is a star! |
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Julie Avery
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| Public Name: |
Alicen Dub
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Myers Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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Mrs Avery is the best teacher. She takes the time to really get to know her students for who they really are. She does home visits and let’s them show her whatever they want. She spends about 30 minutes with the student at their home just finding out who they are outside of school. She rewards her students for their good behavior and encourages them
Everyday. Jules Avery has truly made an impact on my girls more than any other teacher theyve had. We’re blessed to have her in our lives. |
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Angie Zimmerman
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| Public Name: |
Jill Waliczek
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
List Elementary School, Frankenmuth
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Mrs. Zimmerman is well known at List Elementary School for her kind, compassionate soul. Students, parents and colleagues have all been taken under Mrs. Zimmerman's wings at one time or another. Mrs. Zimmerman is a fabulous teacher, holding her students to high expectations with excellent teaching and a little bit of love. She spends many extra hours each night working, especially utilizing technology to allow ALL students to succeed. |
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Mrs. Shelly Barbour
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| Public Name: |
Jackie Greenwald
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Seymour Elementary - Flushing Community Schools
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Mrs. Barbour is hands-down one of the hardest working teachers at Seymour. She always has the students best interest in mind as she personally creates fun engaging activities that are thought provoking and encourage team building. She is friendly and welcoming, making sure students feel supported emotionally, as well as academically. She has high but obtainable goals for her students. Not only is Mrs. Barbour amazing with the students, but also with other staff members. She sets up morale building activities for staff members throughout the year. She is involved in several committees through out the district that help to better our schools. Mrs. Barbour deserves this Golden Apple award! |
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Melissa Hart
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Mrs. Kaffenberger
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Oaktree Elementary School, Goodrich
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Mrs. Hart is a caring, dedicated teacher. She cares deeply for the students she teaches. Mrs. Hart maintains high standards for her students, both academically and behaviorally, and works with her students to ensure they meet those standards. Mrs. Hart teaches social studies to all 5th grade students. She delights in getting to know and working with each and every student, and know them she does! Mrs. Hart knows the strengths and interests of all her students and builds upon those strengths to help each of her students succeed. Mrs. Hart works to develop a love for social studies and learning in all her students. She truly makes a lasting impact on all her students. Thank you Mrs. Hart! |
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Becky Trudgen
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Multiple Nominations
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Merrill Elementary School
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Beth Glazier:
Becky goes above and beyond the expectations of the average teacher.
So far, in 2017, Becky completed the same grant, which included spending 2 weeks of the summer learning about the grant, to create an engineering lab at Merrill Elementary for 3rd graders. She has also applied for a grant this year to bring iPads into our lobby area for students who are waiting for the school day to begin or for students who are waiting to be picked up after school. These iPads will have multiplayer educational apps available for students to learn from while they are waiting. This will turn down time into useful learning time where students are engaged.
Becky is a very giving teacher. She does everything in her power to help Merrill Elementary have the best learning environment possible. She is able to make learning fun for all Merrill Elementary students by helping to provide them with technology. She is a true asset to our district.
Mrs. Gwen Glazier:
Becky Trudgen is an extremely proactive 3rd grade teacher. She goes above and beyond expectations to make learning fun for her students. She has been finding ways to supplement her classroom with innovative projects, through different sources, for years. Last year alone, she secured three Donors Choose grants to allow her students to go on a field trip, celebrate Earth Day, and create using 3D pens. She also achieved a grant from the Dow Corning/Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) STEM Community Partnership program to fund a STEM lab for all 4th graders, which included using her summer to attend a week long seminar. Each of the grants that Mrs. Trudgen works for, ensures that students are reaching beyond their expectations. That deeper understanding and risk taking that is fostered through her special projects gives students a chance to truly experience the learning expectations, not just read or be told about them.
This year Becky moved to the 3rd grade level. She again applied for and received a $2,000 grant through Dow/SVSU. She spent 2 weeks this summer attending workshop/seminars, and has designed an engineering lab for our 3rd grade students.
Becky’s creative spirit, and love of teaching is a true asset to Merrill Elementary School. She finds ways to make the dreams she has for her students come true by being persistent in locating funding sources for projects that have meaning. Students have learned, through these special projects, that if they keep trying when they think they can’t do something, persistence will pay off and the satisfaction of figuring out the solution is very rewarding. This is the reason Becky Trudgen is worthy of the Golden Apple Award.
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Jennifer Spence
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John Hagens Jr.
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Elms Elementary School, Flushing
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Mrs. Spence is a 2nd/3rd grade teacher who is dedicated to her students. She always keeps their needs at the top of her priority list. She is a positive force within our school and never hesitates to go over and beyond. Mrs. Spence has been a teacher at Elms for close to ten years. During that time she has willingly taught classes that takes her beyond her comfort zone like split classrooms. This is the second year she has taught a split classroom and does not complain however engages her students in instructional content that teaches them curriculum that translates to real world experiences.
Mrs. Spence continues to exemplify excellence and leadership by chairing our annual student lock-in. The evening is filled with fun activities that keeps the children engaged. This year will be the third year of the student lock-in that Mrs. Spence organizes.
For these reasons and many more I truly admire Mrs. Spence and truly feels she should be awarded the Golden Apple Award! |
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Lindsay Nyholm
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| Public Name: |
Jaime
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Myers Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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Lindsay goes above and behind for every student ! She is always there for the students |
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Michael Stoneback
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| Public Name: |
Brady Palmer
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Pinconning High School
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Mr. Stoneback is the epitome of a dedicated teacher and someone that goes above and beyond not only for his students but for the district as well. He is a remarkable teacher with high standards and expectations for all and he is in constant search of how to do perform better. He has a great rapport with his students and has a knack of getting the most out of them. Outside of the classroom, Mr. Stoneback is our Senior Class Advisor, Student Council Advisor, and he organizes all the blood drives, graduation activities, homecoming activities, dances, and he serves as Department Chair of Social Studies and school improvement team among other countless things he does for the school when asked (run staff meetings, data collection, announces for sporting events, etc.). Personally, I would love to have either of my kids be in his classroom for I know they will learn, have fun, and be a better citizen having been around him. Please consider giving a Golden Apple to Mr. Michael Stoneback. He is very deserving. |
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Trisha Johnson
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| Public Name: |
Shannon
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Arthur Hill High School, Saginaw
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Trisha has dedicated her life to helping those students that are often forgotten.
Each and every day she advocates for her students with disabilities and works tirelessly to help each and every one of them realize the plan and for their life. She can be repeatedly heard telling her students that they are destined for greatness. She constantly helps her students to realize that a disability is not an excuse for failure but rather helps them learn the skills necessary to succeed. Trisha believes in helping her students academically, socially and emotionally. In addition, she helps to provide basic needs such as clothes, hygiene supplies and even haircuts to those that cannot afford one. Her dedication and love for her students is inspiring and worthy of her nomination for a Golden Apple Award. |
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| Name of Nominee: |
Gina Anderson
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| Public Name: |
Stacy
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Kolb Elementary School, Bay City
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I believe Mrs. Anderson deserves to win for many reasons. She is one of the most compassionate, caring, amazing teachers that I have ever met. The true passion she has for teaching is next to nothing I have seen before. The joy she brings to her students and positive attitude along with her love of teaching shines through her students. She has been more than accommodating when it comes to her students as well. She also incorporates so many fun and exciting activities in her every day activities, so that she makes learning fun and keeps the kids engaged in what they are doing. Her students absolutely love her! My daughter comes home every day and is always telling me what Mrs. Anderson taught them, how awesome she is, how helpful she is, and that she makes teaching fun; which in turn makes my daughter excited to go to school the next day. There is nothing better than a teacher who is happy to come to work every day just to make a difference in her students lives. Mrs. Anderson you rock and are definitely the best of the best! |
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Ms. Karly Hansen
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Mrs. Terri Beatty
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Clare High School
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Ms. Hansen is an amazing social studies and English teacher! Her lessons are interesting, creative and make learning fun for the students. She is also the adviser for our Quiz Bowl Team, GSA Club (Gay, Straight Alliance), "Nerds of the North" (gaming club), and she coaches volleyball and softball. The students enjoy her sense of humor and her ability to connect with all students. She is a tremendous asset to our teaching staff. |
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Roxanne Chantaca
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Ed
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Arthur Hill High School, Saginaw
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Ms. Chantaca is a staunch advocate for students at Arthur Hill. As a teacher in the building, she is responsible for teaching Spanish, as well as her duties as Choir Director. Even though these classes operate independently, there is a ton of cross over she does, having her Spanish classes explore cultural music examples, and having her choir classes sing in Spanish. She is an advocate for Hispanic students in the building, serving as an advisor for the Latino Action Club, helps the community by taking her choir to visit nursing homes throughout the viewing area, and is constantly looking to showcase talent within our building by putting on talent shows, and other events. Ms. Chantaca is an excellent teacher, and a great mentor for students at Arthur Hill High School. |
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Elizabeth Peter
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Multiple Nominations
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Grand Blanc West Middle School
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Colleague:
Mrs. Peter gives selflessly to her students and her school community. She works hard to develop lifelong readers in children who often dislike to read. She takes children who have not read a book since early elementary school and turns them into kids who are passionate about literature. Mrs. Peter has a knack for building relationships with her students unlike any I other teacher I know. She is an advocate for children who struggle in school, and she is in the business of truly changing lives. She deserves to be recognized and is truly a golden "apple of the eyes" of the children she encounters every day.
Alesha Keelean:
Mrs. Peter has been there for my son since before day one when we met her during the summer open house. She is a title 1 teacher for language arts but has helped my son adjust to middle school in many more ways than just ready and comprehension. Her class is a safe place where my son feels comfortable to express himself and ask for help without feeling awkward. She has helped him before school hours in different subjects and has communicated with me as the parent on a regular basis. More teachers, especially in a transitional grade, need to mimick the qualities of Mrs. Peter. She has given us hope that we will get through 6th grade successfully.
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Jason kovacs
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Sara
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Myers Elementary School, Grand Blanc
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My daughter had him for 2 years as he looped with her 1st grade class. He is an amazing teacher and all the kids just love him. He makes school a place the kids LOVE to be. |
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Holly Ylitalo
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| Public Name: |
Jason
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Ashley Community Schools
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She is nice and easy to get along with and helps you when you need it.She explains the work well and makes the assignments fun.We do lots of activity's with her. |
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Dawn Crim
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| Public Name: |
Mark Topp
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Perry High School
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Dawn is a dedicated teacher, mom, and friend. She supports her two sons who play varsity football as well as all students and athletes that attend her school. She has spent many years working as a class adviser and organizing the prom for students. She also takes the time quite often to organize staff breakfasts and lunches. In the past, she coached her daughter's varsity basketball team for several years as well as cheered her on during her high school soccer career. |
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Daniele Kasper
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Multiple Nominations
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Shepherd Elementary School
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Kathy:
I have nominated Daniele because she is an amazing teacher. She just doesn’t teach but she loves to teach. She works very hard to make sure she connects with all of her students. She truly wants to make sure each student is made to feel important. Her hard work and compassion she shows for all of her students is outstanding.
Hillary:
Daniele is a very dedicated teacher. She loves her students and works hard to teach them. She pours her heart and soul into her work and strives to create successful students.
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Kevin Dimmitt
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| Public Name: |
Jamee
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Myers Elementary in Grand Blanc
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At Myers Mr. Dimmitt started as my sons first grade teacher. Initially I was a bit nervous for a male teacher because in preschool and kindergarden he had always had women so I wasn't sure how he would respond. To my surprise Mr. Dimmitt was incredible with the kids! Us parents got wind they may be doing a loop program meaning all the kids would have the same teacher for second grade if they wished. Our wish was granted and we couldn't be happier. My son loves coming to school! Mr. Dimmitt has the ability to not only earn the children's respect as a teacher but be someone they enjoy spending time with. He will often come out on extra recess and play kick ball or tag with the class and the kids think that is just awesome! He also takes time to stay after school multiple days a week for a program called AMP. This is where the kids and Mr. Dimmitt along with another teacher, play multiple different activities and exercises. This has become so popular it's first come first serve! He does everything with a smile on his face and a positive attitude. He is doing much more than just teaching math or science, he is being an excellent role model for a group of children that have grown to adore him! |
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Jan Pollard
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Mrs. Stawasz
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Birch Run High School
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Mrs. Pollard is retiring this year after 40 years of teaching. She has brought in more grant dollars to fund various groups and programs throughout our district than anyone else. She is a most generous person, and most importantly to her students. She is a cornerstone for struggling learners, and even has employed several students in her own private business endeavors. Mrs. Pollard is solely responsible for our greenhouses, horticulture classes, and alternative energies on top of her common core science courses (biology and physics). She will truly be missed by all. She has served this community for many years and is currently teaching the grandchildren of former students. She is a true leader and deserves recognition-- as she is someone who is humble would never look for accolades on her own behalf. |
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Leanne Winkle
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| Public Name: |
Misti Leitelt
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Perry Middle School
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Mrs. Winkle adds movement, music, and energy to all of her lessons to keep students involved in their learning. She is a positive influence on all students she comes in contact with. She has high expectations and challenges her students appropriately. Her students rise to her expectations because of the love and respect she has for them. |
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Mike Snyder
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panthers
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Marshall Greene Middle School, Birch Run
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He is always wanting to help people and even if they are not in 6th grade. He is just awesome! |
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Jeanne Kraycsir
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Ashleigh
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Kolb Elementary Bay City
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My daughter had Mrs. Kraycsir last year and she started school being behind with D’s and thanks to Mrs. Kraycsir diligence my daughter had A’s and B’s. She goes above and beyond for her children and makes them all feel so important. She helped my daughter blossom academically and emotionally!!! I think she deserves to be recognized for her hard work and dedication to the children at Kolb... |
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Mrs. Tamara Griffin
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CCasey
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K.C. Ling Elementary School, Hemlock
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Mrs. Griffin is a patient and loving presence to her kindergartners. She is dedicated to helping her young students transition to a full-day of school. She goes above and beyond to make students and families feel comfortable and supported in these early educational years. Mrs. Griffin holds her students to high expectations and empowers them with the skills appropriate to meet their goals. Her job is not only to teach kids but also to teach them how to learn and become their best selves. She does this with grace and love. Mrs. Griffin is a teaching superhero. |
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Jodie Morgan
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Jim Kitchen
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Swartz Creek High School
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Jodie is a teacher of teachers. She serves as the District Intervention Specialist. While she is not in a classroom, her passion for students and instruction drives her. She is one of the most brilliant thinkers I have encountered. She advocates for students in every situation and we need more people like her in the profession. Jodie would be an outstanding recipient of the Fox 66 Golden Apple Award. She would represent everything that the honor stands for. She is truly deserving of this honor. Thank you for your consideration. |
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Julie Gross
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Lisa McGinnis
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Lacure Elementary School, Clio
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Mrs. Gross is an amazing teacher and she is an amazing person. She truly loves each and everyone of her students and it shows. She is patient, kind and loving. Her students succeed because she is there every step of the the way building them up for success. |
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Craig Hart
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Katie Benard
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Goodrich Area Schools
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Mr. Hart came to the rescue of the GHS Student Council. When we were short a bus driver to a leadership conference, Mr. Hart jumped in a bus and drove us to East Lansing so the students wouldn't miss out on our trip. While in East Lansing, Mr. Hart was pooled with the other bus drivers from school districts across the state. Mr. Hart came to the rescue of TWO school districts, repairing their busses while all of our students were at their conference. Mr. Hart was reluctant to tell me about his good deeds as this is what Mr. Hart does, regularly. Once we got home from our conference, Mr. Hart jumped on a bus again and took our volleyball teams to their games in Durand. He definitely was a superhero, and is every single day. |
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Soni Cummings
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| Public Name: |
Rachel
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Haas Elementary Genesee
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She goes above and beyond for her students. She is very loyal and dedicated to making sure her students get the grades they should. |
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Vicki Ferris
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Mrs. Dameron
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Elsa Meyer Elementary School, Corunna
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Ms. Ferris has faithfully served the children of Corunna for years. She is concerned for each and every student that passes through her door. That being said many former students make it a point to check back in with her once they have moved on. She values each individual and treats everyone fairly. Her classroom is always orderly and peaceful aiding the learning process. She goes out of her way to make time regularly for fun activities (educational of course) with great prizes. She makes sure everyone ends up a winner at one point or another. Her students learn, feel respected, and in turn positively impact their peers at the school. |
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Eric Clauder
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Rittmueller Parent
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Rittmueller Middle School, Frankenmuth
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My daughter wanted to nominate Mr. Clauder for the Golden Apple Award. He teaches eight grades of band at EF Rittmueller middle school and Frankenmuth High School, which is 5th through 12th grade. This means that he sees a lot of kids every day. Mr. Clauder is very kind and is patient with his students. If anyone is ever stuck, or is confused about something, he will help them until they figure the answer out. Mr. Clauder teaches musical skills that give every child opportunities. This means that the kids he teaches have great opportunities to participate in musical events, or to learn great artistic skills. While my daughter and her classmates still learn a lot in his class, Mr. Clauder likes to have fun. He is always telling jokes, or playing games with them. On any day, he can make anyone laugh. In addition to teaching at school, during the summer he likes to help teach for a week at Camp Timbers in West Branch. Here, he teaches a specific group of instruments from three different bands. My daughter has gone to the camp for two years, and she loves to have him as a teacher there as well. Mr. Clauder is a great teacher, and I am glad my daughter gets to be one of his students. For this reason, he should be considered for the Golden Apple Award. |
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Alanna Barsen
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| Public Name: |
logan
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
Merrill High School
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| Describe why the nominee should win: |
She works well with the kids. |
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Hannah Sassone
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Leigha
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| School or Address of Nominee: |
List Elementary Frankenmuth, MI
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Hannah just began her first year of teaching and is my daughter's Kindergarten teacher. I was nervous about my daughter having a "fresh out of college" teacher but I honestly couldn't ask for a better one than Hannah. She is wonderful. She has helped my daughter so much. She has not only taught my daughter how to properly write her letters and numbers but has also built her confidence and independence. My daughter absolutely loves going to school and learning, and I have Ms. Sassone to thank for that. |
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