This is part of a series of posts from nominees for our LifeChanger of the Year educator recognition program. We meet scores of fascinating LifeChangers every year who have interesting perspectives to share about children, education and life. (more…)
LifeChanger
Students Deserve A Second Chance, And A Teacher Like Shane Thill
High school years are such a difficult time as our teenagers grow up, trying to figure out who they are and what they want to be. Heaven knows, there’s plenty of temptation out there. Unfortunately, a fair number of kids fall prey to the temptations.
Thankfully, though, we’re a country that believes in a second chance. Schools are the best places to offer them, especially when there’s someone like Shane Thill as a model and a guiding hand. (more…)
We Can All Learn A Lot From Our Best Educators
We’ve all known it for a long time. But we’re reminded around this time of year that the very best educators get up every morning and head out, not to work, but to a cause.
Nothing else can explain some of the amazing things that some of these folks do day in and day out. These educators aren’t going to work just for a paycheck. They’re driven by their mission to do good in their communities. (more…)
There Are Amazing Educators All Over the Country
We all know that there are amazing teachers all over the country. No, make that amazing educators, people who are not technically teachers and yet are incredible role models for our children by virtue of their job in our schools.
I have the privilege of meeting many of them through our LifeChanger of the Year program. And right now nominations are flowing in to beat our Friday deadline for being considered for this year’s awards. (more…)
