Our 2023-24 Regional Winners

“My goal as an educator is to create an environment where every student feels welcome exactly as they are, respected, challenged, and desires to grow both academically and personally.”

“Students in my classroom never say, ‘When will we need this?’ because they see how, why, and when they will need all that they are learning!”

“Differentiating and meeting each student where they’re at is my jam. I was a student who learned differently, so I am a big advocate for aligning myself as a teacher with each student's needs.”

“My biggest goal as a teacher is that all students leave my classroom with self-confidence, the feeling of success, and the motivation to continue to learn.”

“I believe when a hands-on approach is taken in the classroom, learning becomes intrinsic for all students, from all cultures, identities and abilities.”

“I am able to meet students where they are with their abilities and knowledge and create a path to success from the beginning of the project until completion.”

“I believe that my duty as an educator is to build up the confidence of my students so that they are able to take charge of their own learning.”

“I believe all students are capable of making progress, and I will help them… it is essential to cultivate a classroom culture of learning and growth for all students.”

“Learning about the differences and similarities of others plants the seed of how vital and beautiful diversity is, especially for our youngest learners.”

“I believe that relationships are the most important aspect of student success. Students that know you care about them and have high expectations for them will reach for the stars.”

“My goal is to make sure that students enter middle school already infused with a tremendous sense of self and community.”

“I love being able to bring fun, hands-on activities to the classroom so students from every background and ability can participate without barriers.””

“Self-advocacy skills are incredibly important for students who are Deaf or Hard-of-hearing, since without the appropriate accommodations, these students miss instruction and social opportunities.”

“Create, collaborate and imagine describes my method of how kids learn, how teachers should teach, and how relationships grow.”

“I believe that it is my job as a teacher to see the potential in every student and provide them with a pathway to be successful.”

“I believe that as teachers, musicians, and artists, it’s our job to fight for what’s right and to do what we can to end injustices of all types.”

“I am continually reflecting on my lessons, my interactions with students, and my teaching style to create a fun and memorable classroom…and to inspire students to conquer real-world issues.”