{"id":65848,"date":"2021-06-04T09:14:22","date_gmt":"2021-06-04T13:14:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/msde\/?p=65848"},"modified":"2021-10-01T06:31:16","modified_gmt":"2021-10-01T10:31:16","slug":"maryland-state-department-of-education-recognizes-2021-2022-teachers-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/msde\/maryland-state-department-of-education-recognizes-2021-2022-teachers-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES 2021- 2022 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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CONTACT:\u00a0 Lora Rakowski; <\/strong>lora.rakowski@maryland.gov<\/a>\u00a0
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MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES 2021- 2022 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Teachers of the Year Selected By and Represent All 24 Maryland <\/em><\/strong>School Systems;
Cohort Features Instructors for Grade Levels Pre-Kindergarten through High School<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n

BALTIMORE, MD (June 4, 2021)\u00a0 <\/strong>–\u00a0 Yesterday in a virtual summit, Maryland State Superintendent of Schools Karen B. Salmon, Ph.D. joined the top 24 teachers across the State, named as the 2021-2022 Teachers of the Year representing each local school system. A highly competitive, prestigious designation, the teachers will form a cohort that will work together to support equity and excellence in education and address critical policy issues over the next year.<\/p>\n

\u201cCongratulations to our Teachers of the Year \u2013 you represent the great teachers of Maryland, who inspire, lead and support our children every day,\u201d said Governor Larry Hogan. \u201cToo often our teachers are unsung heroes, but our Teacher of the Year program provides an opportunity to celebrate their meaningful work and commitment. Our state\u2019s dedicated educators have kept our students safe and learning during this difficult time, and I’m especially proud of our teachers\u2019 perseverance, ingenuity, and compassion.\u201d<\/p>\n

The 24 educators were selected by their school systems for outstanding commitment to education, equity and community leadership. They represent grade levels from pre-kindergarten through high school and teach in a variety of subject areas including Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Computer Science and Visual Arts.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur State\u2019s teachers are passionate, highly-skilled and certified professionals who dedicate themselves to nurturing, mentoring and educating our children. Every day they make a difference and go above and beyond expectations,\u201d said State Superintendent of Schools Karen B. Salmon, Ph.D. \u201cOur Maryland Teachers of the Year distinguish themselves by setting an unparalleled benchmark for public service, creativity and love of learning. As a cohort, they will help lead us forward as we bridge to the future and emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic.\u201d<\/p>\n

The local winners will compete for the title of Maryland Teacher of the Year \u2013 to be announced virtually during a Maryland Public Television Special taking place on October 7, 2021.\u00a0The individual selected Maryland Teacher of the Year will also compete with all the other state winners across the country for the title of National Teacher of the Year.<\/p>\n

The mission of the Maryland Teacher of the Year Program is to honor, promote and celebrate excellence in the teaching profession. The program values the contributions of classroom teachers, who help Maryland children flourish. Teacher quality and effectiveness is the most important school-based factor impacting student learning.<\/p>\n

Winning Teachers of the Year from Each County and Baltimore City:<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Allegany County Public Schools
<\/strong>Nicholas Amick, Allegany High School, English, Grade 9<\/p>\n

Anne Arundel County Public Schools
<\/strong>Jing Dai, Meade High School, Chinese, Grades 9-12<\/p>\n

Baltimore City Public Schools
<\/strong>Sidney Thomas, Holabird Academy, Social Studies, Grades 7-8<\/p>\n

Baltimore County Public Schools
<\/strong>Brianna Ross, Deer Park Middle Magnet School, Social Studies, Grade 6<\/p>\n

Calvert County Public Schools
<\/strong>Jennifer Rachic, Calvert Career & Technology Academy, CTE\/Academy of Health Professions,
Grades 11-12<\/p>\n

Caroline County Public Schools
<\/strong>Michelle Foster, Colonel Richardson High School, English, Grades 9-12<\/p>\n

Carroll County Public Schools
<\/strong>Dawnella Dill, Century High School, English, Grades 9-12\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cecil County Public Schools
<\/strong>Mary Spence, Elkton High School, English Language Arts, Grades 9-12<\/p>\n

Charles County Public Schools
<\/strong>Alexis Eaton, Dr. James Craik Elementary School, Grade 4\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dorchester Public Schools
<\/strong>Amy Stoops, Hurlock Elementary School, Grade 2\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

Frederick County Public Schools
<\/strong>Jennifer Perez Ryan, West Frederick Middle School, English, Grades 6-8<\/p>\n

Garrett County Public Schools
<\/strong>Lindsay Krisher, Southern Garrett High School, Computer Science, Grades 9-12<\/p>\n

Harford County Public Schools
<\/strong>Lauren Byrd, Hickory Elementary School, Grade 1<\/p>\n

Howard County Public Schools
<\/strong>Amy Woolf, Oakland Mills Middle School, Science\/Biology, Grade 7<\/p>\n

Kent County Public Schools
<\/strong>Caren R. B. Saunders, Kent County High School, Social Studies\/Psychology\/TAM CTE,
Grades 10-12 (Teacher Academy of MD)<\/p>\n

Montgomery County Public Schools
<\/strong>Joseph D. Bostic, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, Math, Grade 8<\/p>\n

Prince George\u2019s County Public Schools
<\/strong>Adrin Leak, DuVal High School, English, Grade 10<\/p>\n

Queen Anne\u2019s County Public Schools
<\/strong>Stephanie MacKenzie, Sudlersville Middle School, English, Grade 8<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s County Public Schools
<\/strong>April Ryan, George Washington Carver Elementary School, Visual Art, Grades PreK-5<\/p>\n

Somerset County Public Schools
<\/strong>Jon Logan Webster, Crisfield Academy & High School, Social Studies, Grades 10-12<\/p>\n

Talbot County Public Schools
<\/strong>Lauren Greer, St. Michael Middle High School, CTE\/Science, Grades 9-12\u00a0<\/p>\n

Washington County Public Schools
<\/strong>Caroline Schlegel, Smithsburg High School, Spanish, Grades 9-12\u00a0<\/p>\n

Wicomico County Public Schools
<\/strong>Dustin Thomas, Prince Street Elementary, Physical Education & Health, Grades PreK-5<\/p>\n

Worcester County Public Schools
<\/strong>Aarti Sangwan, Worcester Technical High School, Physics, Pre-Engineering, Computer Science,
Grades 9-12\u00a0<\/p>\n

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