Please join me in congratulating the 2023 National Teacher of the Year finalists Harlee Harvey (AK), Carolyn Kielma (CT), Jermar Rountree (DC), Kimberly Radostits (IL) and Rebecka Peterson (OK)! Learn more about them and the NTOY Program at ntoy.ccsso.org. @ccsso #NTOY23

Meet Lindsey Eckley, a special education teacher who pours her heart into students & who shares her dreams with us! youtu.be/5c3ZHiTXLXU. This is stop 1/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Pam Thiel, an award-winning orchestra teacher who dedicated her life to a passion for the arts and for students. youtu.be/Lhg1zKUTbRc?t=… This is stop 2/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Joy McKarns, a middle school teacher whose love for students and joy for teaching truly light up a room. youtu.be/wtcFS19X2ms?t=… This is stop 3/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Nikki Lewis, a prison GED teacher who changes lives and offers hope for students, their families, and the future of our communities. youtu.be/Dd7ig1uxdT8?t=… Stop 4/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio @oheducation

Meet BreAnn Fennell, an elementary teacher and children’s author who fills her students’ day with laughter, learning, and play! youtu.be/v0cIm52Er0U?t=… Stop 5/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Jordan Berry, a substitute teacher whose energy, enthusiasm & ability to inspire led to his very own classroom. youtu.be/kBJVYqaiBYo?t=… This is stop 6/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Tim Harker, middle school teacher & creator extraordinaire who brings technology, critical thinking, & building to life. youtu.be/VPSo66ld_po?t=… Stop 7/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Yolanda Johnson, music teacher at the Ohio State School for the Blind who helps students find & grow their powerful gifts.youtu.be/aytMv7BrRHE?t=… Stop 8/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators.#OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Emily Carter, teacher and role model at the Ohio School for the Deaf who inspires students w/ language, love, & learning.youtu.be/AGKn6ddgx2A?t=… Stop 9/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators.#OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Sandy Thomascheck, invested “computer teacher” who prepares her students for industry, continuing education, and life. youtu.be/__62XeHoC_k?t=… Stop 10/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio #LoveTeaching OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Tom Jenkins, middle school teacher who strives to excite students in science with hands on learning, opportunity, and empowerment. youtu.be/PA7timAut28?t=… Stop 10/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators. #OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

Meet Sandy Knight, high school teacher magnifying student futures through sports, social studies & English-doing big things in a small town.youtu.be/WX3On5feQ7Q?t=… Stop 12/12 on my 3000-mile journey meeting Ohio's remarkable educators.#OhioLovesTeachers #IEducateOhio OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

>>>SHOW THEM YOU NOTICE<<< #MHJF’s ’22 Master Teacher @MrsKMetzger Worthington Schools says, “Kids have the best ideas. I want them to know their words have value and they really can make change at a young age.” Nominate a changemaker for a ’23 MHJF award. bit.ly/3mafTHP

Cannot wait to take 7 future Deaf educators and leaders to visit Washington, D.C. and Gallaudet University! Grateful for our generous sponsors who brought this student dream to life! Here comes Ohio Deaf Educators Rising! #DeafEd The White House OH School for Deaf

We are thrilled to bring 7 future Deaf educators and leaders to Washington, D.C. and Gallaudet University! The only Deaf Educators Rising chapter in the US is growing future Deaf educators. They would love a chance to meet you Dr. Jill Biden President Donald J. Trump Vice President JD Vance Secretary Miguel Cardona. #DeafEd CCSSO CEASD1868

Any chance you’d have a few minutes to chat about Deaf education with 7 future Deaf educators April 3-6? The White House President Donald J. Trump First Lady Melania Trump Secretary Miguel Cardona CCSSO #DeafEd

VOCA still has spots for BIPOC Deaf / HoH and CODA youth in grades 5th - 12th to attend the 3rd annual Creative Arts Summer Camp! Dorms and meal plans are provided for out of state students! Need a scholarship? Link in BIO!

As teachers enjoy their last few weeks working, resting, anticipating the year ahead…