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Teacher Feature for June 29, 2009
Mrs. Linda Carter, 6th Grade Teacher at Our Lady
of Mercy in Hicksville
"Mrs. Carter, who is our true Wonder Woman,
is always there to help us in school and outside as
well. She is a very caring and sensitive
individual and truly cares about each one of us."
Nominated by Elisabeth of Hicksville.
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LINDA. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for June 22, 2009
Mrs. Ellen Shapiro, Kindergarten Teacher at the
Lynbrook Kindergarten Center
"Ellen is an exceptional and caring teacher
who connects with each of her students and nurtures
them like they are her own. She is very
supportive in my sons' life and schooling - she is a
class act!"
Nominated by Christine of Lynbrook.
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ELLEN. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for June 15, 2009
Mrs. Laura Guerrera, 2nd Grade Teacher at St.
Raymond's in East Rockaway
"Through her annual concert "Everyone
Smiles in the Same Language," she encourages the
children to accept everyone no matter what their
differences are."
Nominated by Trish of East Rockaway.
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LAURA. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for June 8, 2009
Mrs. Jane Rossi, 2nd Grade Teacher at Gardiners
Ave. Elementary
"Mrs. Rossi is a very wonderful and
nurturing teacher. She made school fun
everyday for my daughter. We love her even
though she is a Yankees fan! There should be
more teachers like her."
Nominated by Annie of Levittown
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JANE. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for June 1, 2009
Mr. Tom Vereline, 6th Grade Teacher at Wantagh
Middle School
"He always makes it fun for the kids to
learn by playing games and having debates. My
daughter Shannon comes home and talks about him
every day."
Nominated by Patricia of Wantagh
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TOM. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for May 18, 2009
Adam Cohen, 7th Grade Teacher at Seaford Middle
School
"Mr. Cohen grabs everyone's attention and has
the ability to bring out the best in students.
He teaches with confidence, relates his subject, and
is always available. His teaching passion
shines brightly."
Nominated by Kim Schachner of Seaford.
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ADAM. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for May 11, 2009
Brenda Gross, Special Ed K-2 Teacher at William
S. Covert School
"Miss Gross is a special ed teacher who goes
above and beyond the daily activities of any
teacher.
She is always there when you need her and has the
patience of a saint when it comes to the challenge."
Nominated by Lisa Peace of Bethpage.
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BRENDA. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for May 4, 2009
Ted Klug, 4th Grade Teacher at Mt. Pleasant
Elementary School
"Mr. Klug is a very caring teacher. He knows how
to make learning fun. He is such a special person.
He always makes me smile and laugh - he makes going
to school fun!"
Nominated by Samantha Tannenbaum of Smithtown.
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TED. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for April
27, 2009
Tyrone Z. Jones, Music Director at Holy Trinity
Diocesan High School
"Mr. Jones truly cares about his students
and they LOVE him! Encouraging his students to
strive for
the next level through hard work, and making them
believe they can accomplish anything is his forte"
Nominated by Margie & Elizabeth Woods of Wantagh.
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TYRONE. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for April
20, 2009
Linda Johnson, 5th Grade Teacher at Lincoln
Orens Middle School
"Mrs. Johnson taught both of my children.
She is a kind, caring & dedicated teacher. She
is the reason my children chose to become teachers
themselves & aspire to be just like her!"
Nominated by Barbara of Island Park.
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Teacher Feature for April
13, 2009
Mrs. Jackie Brown, 2nd Grade Teacher at Albany
Avenue Elementary in Massapequa
"She is kind, smart, and has a heart of
gold. I think she deserves this more than
anyone. She was more than a teacher, she was a
good friend!"
Nominated by Lila of North Massapequa
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JACKIE. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for April
6, 2009
Mrs. Kathy Ulmschneider, 5th Grade Teacher at
Gardiners Ave. School
"She is the most caring, wonderful teacher a
student can ask for. She connects to every
child and is someone they can truly learn from!"
Nominated by Regina of Wantagh
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KATHY. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for March
30, 2009
Ms. Marie Ferranti, Guidance Counselor at
Wantagh High School
"She truly cares about her kids, especially the
seniors. She works with them daily, helping
them with their college process, and making sure
that their spirits stay positive. She is a
true gem!"
Nominated by Lisa of Wantagh
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HERE.
Teacher Feature for
March 23, 2009
Miss Elizabeth King, Kindergarten teacher at St.
Dominic Elementary School in Oyster Bay
"She digs down to determine what makes
individual child 'tick.' She gently draws out
the shy child, while encouraging the more confident
ones, thereby building up each child's self-esteem."
Nominated by Susan of East Norwich
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ELIZABETH. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
March 16, 2009
Mr. Mark Levine, 4th Grade Teacher at Manetuck
Elementary
"Mr. Levine had made coming to school a
wonderful experience for me and my sister - we
always had so much fun and learned so much from his
class."
Nominated by Berniece and Lorie of West Islip
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MARK. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
March 9, 2009
Ms. Jodi Spinale, 11th Grade Chemistry Teacher
at Island Trees High School
"Chemistry is a hard subject, but she makes
it fun, interesting & realistic."
Nominated by Miriam of Seaford
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JODI. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
March 2, 2009
Miss Cristina Camacho, 7th Grade Science Teacher
at Long Beach Middle School
"She is an excellent teacher who is very
caring and kind and lets everyone have a chance.
She made me happy when I first walked into her class.
Her extra help was the best."
Nominated by Laura of Long Beach
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CRISTINA. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
February 23, 2009
Meg Fessel, Math Teacher at Parkway Elementary
in Plainview
"Meg has more energy that her students!
She loves what she does and it shows. She is
always there for both the students and the teachers.
She always goes the extra mile and is constantly
smiling."
Nominated by Barbara of Levittown.
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MEG. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
February 16, 2009
Miss Lorraine Liberti, 2nd Grade Teacher at
Rhame Avenue School in East Rockaway
"Miss Liberti has been a teacher for 28 years.
She truly loves the children and loves teaching
them. She referred to her class as 'a tonic
for the soul.' The children love and trust her
in return."
Nominated by Carol of East Rockaway
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LORRAINE. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
February 9, 2009
Mrs. Audrea Schwarz, 1st Grade Teacher at Forest
Lake in Wantagh
"Mrs. Schwarz is very caring and nuturing to the
children. She believes that they need free
time in the classroom so they can express
themselves. The children learn so much from
her and respond to her."
Nominated by Karen of Wantagh
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AUDREA. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
February 2, 2009
Mr. Jim Loviglio, Social Studies Teacher at
Woodmere Middle School
"Mr. L is the reason I became a teacher.
He is helpful, sincere, a tireless advocate for his
students, and a mentor. There are not enough
positive words to describe Mr. Loviglio's dedication."
Nominated by Lucas of Valley Stream
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JIM. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
January 26, 2009
Mrs. Heather O'Toole, Kindergarten Teacher at
Birch School in Merrick
"My daughter Shannon is in remission from
cancer. Mrs. O'Toole has been so wonderful in
helping Shannon to put the treatment behind her and
to enjoy kindergarten."
Nominated by Laura of Merrick
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HEATHER. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
January 19, 2009
Mrs. Robyn Hennessy, 5th Grade Teacher at Park
Ave. Elementary School, North Bellmore
"She is so warm and caring and it's
immediately evident that she loves what she does.
Her enthusiasm and passion for her job really shines
through. She's an awesome teacher and her
students adore her."
Nominated by Dana of North Bellmore
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ROBYN. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
January 12, 2009
Miss Crystal Dimmler, 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade
Teacher at St. Ignatius Loyola School in Hicksville
"She is an amazing teacher. She is very
kind. She likes to play fun games in class to
get us ready for the real world. She is always
available to improve our skills and that is why I am
nominating her."
Nominated by Robert of Hicksville.
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CRYSTAL. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
January 5, 2009
Miss Tara Della Rocca, 4th Grade Teacher at St.
Mary's Elementary School
"Since September, I have seen such growth in my
child. Miss Della Rocca teaches out of the
box. She has travelled all over the world with
the Peace Corps and shares her experiences with her
children."
Nominated by Dana of Dix Hills
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TARA. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
December 22, 2008
Mrs. Kim Dubay, 3rd Grade Teacher at William
Rail Elementary in Lindenhurst
"She made it a pleasure to come to school
and made learning fun. If not for Mrs. Dubay
and her patience, I would not have learned
division!"
Nominated by Chris of Lindenhurst
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KIM. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
December 15, 2008
Emily Bradford, 11th & 12th grade teacher at
Glen Cove High School
"Mrs. Bradford is not only an excellent
teacher, but a superb role model for many. Her
hard work and discipline are unparalleled.
She's very passionate; she'll do whatever it takes
for students to learn."
Nominated by Gian of Glen Cove
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EMILY. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
December 8, 2008
Mr. Joseph Inghilterra, Science Teacher at
Bethpage High School
"He is a wonderful person who makes
learning fun. I enjoyed having him as a
teacher and he is very involved in his students
activities and is well-informed on what goes on in
the school."
Nominated by Jennifer of Bethpage
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JOSEPH. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
December 1, 2008
Mrs. Karen Joyce, 3rd Grade Teacher at Albany
Avenue School in Farmingdale
"Mrs. Joyce has the ability to bring out
the best in all her children. They come out of
her class with confidence. They never want to
miss a day of school and just want to please her!"
Nominated by Jo-Ellen of Massapequa Park
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KAREN. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
November 24, 2008
Mrs. Schneider, 4th Grade Teacher at Abbey Lane
Elementary School, Levittown
"Mrs. Schneider is super nice. If we
don't know an answer to a question, she explains it
really well until you get it. If you're
absent, she gives us extra time to complete homework
assignments."
Nominated by Ellen of Levittown
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MRS. SCHNEIDER. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
November 17, 2008
Mrs. Kathy Langsam, 3rd Grade Teacher at Forest
Lake Elementary in Wantagh
"She is the most caring teacher my daughter has
had. She helps by staying after school to help
the students understand what is being taught in
class, and she makes learning fun."
Nominated by Suzanne of Wantagh
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KATHY. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
November 10, 2008
Mrs. Laura Napolitano, 2nd Grade Teacher at
McVey Elementary in East Meadow
"Mrs. Napolitano was amazing with my son last
year. She was patient and caring towards him,
as she is with all of her students."
Nominated by Stacey of East Meadow
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LAURA. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
October 27, 2008
Mrs. Heller, 4th Grade Teacher at Northside
Elementary
"Mrs. Heller made going to school fun and
exciting. She would take the time to make sure
you understood all of the classwork."
Nominated by Lynn of Levittown
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MRS. HELLER. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
October 20, 2008
Jennie Hauschild, 6th through 8th Grade Teacher
at JFK Middle School in Bethpage
"She is one of the most helpful people I
know. Her lessons are easy to understand.
She treats everyone in her classes with respect, and
makes time to provide each student with individual
attention."
Nominated by Alexa of Bethpage.
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JENNIE. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
October 13, 2008
Lauren LoBello, Kindergarten teacher at John
Dinkelmeyer in North Bellmore
"She had my oldest daughter and now has my
youngest one. She is a wonderful teacher, very
caring, always proud of her students, and she goes
the extra mile. Her kids adore her, as do
their parents."
Nominated by Elissa of North Bellmore
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LAUREN. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
October 6, 2008
Maria Palazzolo, 7th Grade Teacher at Lynbrook
North Middle School
"School is hard for me because I have A.D.D.
I was shy and didn't have many friends. Mrs.
Palazzolo said things to life my spirits. She
was a best friend to me and to others. Her
compassion pushed me."
Nominated by Carolyn of Lynbrook
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HERE.
Teacher Feature for
September 29, 2008
Mrs. Odaly, 4th Grade Teacher at Northside
Elementary in Levittown
"My son looks forward to going to school
everyday. He loves Mrs. Odaly because they
share the same birthday and love the Yankees.
Besides those points, she makes going to class fun
for him."
Nominated by Lynn of Levittown
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MRS. ODALY. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
September 22, 2008
Aileen Cavalliere, 3rd Grade Teacher at Cornwell
Avenue School
"Mrs. Cavaliere is a phenomenal,
forward-thinking, inspirational teacher. Her
patience with my son has been remarkable, as he has
developed a new interest in school."
Nominated by Evelyn of West Hempstead
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AILEEN. CLICK
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Teacher Feature for
September 15, 2008
Pam Panzica, 3rd Grade Teacher at Barnum Woods
in East Meadow
"Miss Panzica goes beyond the call of duty
as a teacher by making it fun for the children and
shows compassion and special interest."
Nominated by Sandra of East Meadow
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PAM. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for
September 8, 2008
Michael C. Vetter, Band Teacher at Oceanside
Senior High School
"Mr. Vetter is a mentor to all. He
helps guide kids not only in band, but for the real
world. He has struggled through and beat
cancer three times and keeps fighting so he can
mentor people."
Nominated by Jeffrey of Oceanside
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MICHAEL. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for August
25, 2008
Judi Rosenthal, 3rd Grade Teacher at The
Stratford Road School in Plainview/Old Bethpage
"Mrs. Rosenthal is smart, funny, clever,
interesting, and a great teacher. She makes
learning fun. Everyday is a great day in her
class."
Nominated by Vivian of Plainview
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JUDI. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for August
18, 2008
Mike Milano, 8th Grade Social Studies and
Competitive Trivia Elective Teacher at Seaford
Middle School
"Mr. Milano cares more about the kids than
himself. He laughs with the kids before school
and coaches them after school. Kids who don't
even like school look forward to seeing Mr. Milano."
Nominated by Chris of Seaford
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MIKE. CLICK
HERE.
Teacher Feature for August
11, 2008
Donna Pomilla, Speech Therapy Teacher at
Tooker Avenue School in West Babylon
"Mrs. Pomilla is so wonderful with the
young children. She helps them speak more
clearly, instilling confidence in them. She
spends her own time off preparing the lessons... her
dedication is amazing."
Nominated by Donna of West Babylon
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HERE.
Teacher Feature for August
4, 2008
Maria Castle, 2nd Grade Teacher at Camp
Avenue School in Merrick
"She is an amazing teacher. How many
teachers can make a 7-year-old love school?
She has made my son love to write and enjoy math.
She also knows how to challenge him so he is not
bored."
Nominated by Jacqueline of Merrick
Teacher Feature for July 28, 2008
Michael Quartararo, 5th Grade Teacher at
Trinity Lutheran in Hicksville
"He is 27 but he acts like he is 17!
He is understanding, and jokes around a lot.
He has given all the students lots of slack."
Nominated by Hannah of Massapequa
Teacher Feature for July 21, 2008
Mike Savastano, Elementary Special
Education at Birch Elementary in Merrick
"My daughter struggled every school year.
Tears were part of the morning ritual until 6th
grade with Mr. S. He was able to reach her and
teach her. A great teacher, and a pretty good
Elvis impersonator, too!"
Nominated by Joanne of Merrick
Teacher Feature for July 14, 2008
Tiara Salkind, Young Autism Program of
Ronkonkoma
"Taira teaches a group of children, ages 3
to 5, who have autism. Due to her efforts,
these children continue to make incredible gains.
She goes above and beyond... she is a miracle
worker!"
Nominated by Mary of Babylon
Teacher Feature for July 7, 2008
Sister Mary Winifred, 5th Grade Teacher
at Our Lady of Mercy in Hicksville
"Sister Mary Winifred is a very dedicated
teacher. She is fabulous at teaching grammar. My son
had a wonderful year and was sorry to see it end."
Nominated by Karen of Hicksville
Teacher Feature for June
30, 2008
Patty Foehr, 1st Grade Teacher at Hemlock
School in Garden City
"Mrs. Foehr is one of a kind. She is wild
and crazy, and stimulates the mind. School is
cool is often her motto. When my daughter had
her, we hit the lotto!"
Nominated by Elizabeth of Garden Ciry
Teacher Feature for June
23, 2008
Frank Scricco, 11th & 12th Grade Italian
teacher, at Sachem High School North in Lake
Ronkonkoma
"He is a very positive role model for my son.
He encourages him and calls him a genius in Italian!
He boosts his ego and self-esteem so much. He
treats my son as an adult; caring & respectfully.
Nominated by Luanne of Holbrook
Teacher Feature for
June 16, 2008
Patty Coyle, Kindergarten / First Grade
Teacher of Autistic Children at Clara H. Carlson
Elementary School in Elmont
"Patty is a wonderful, caring
teacher. She teaches autistic children at our
school. These children have special needs and
Miss Coyle makes sure that they receive the best and
most caring education."
Nominated by Christine Ladalia of Elmont
Teacher Feature for
June 9, 2008
Mr.
Austin, Music Teacher at Hawkins
Elementary School in Selden
"He is really awesome & talented.
He gives all of his time to the kids in
the school. He teaches music,
chorus, band, drum club & "Kids For
Saving Earth" club. He even comes
to see his students in shows."
Nominated by Nanci Lynch of Selden
Teacher Feature for
June 2, 2008
Miss Sirlin, 3rd Grade Teacher at George
Washington Elementary School in West Hempstead
"Miss Sirlin has a passion for teaching. She
interacts wonderfully with all the children. She
goes above and beyond on a daily basis for "her
kids". She has truly inspired her third grade
class!"
Nominated by Kathleen Bicchetti of West Hempstead
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