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MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES 2021- 2022 TEACHERS OF THE YEARJune 4, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT: Lora Rakowski; lora.rakowski@maryland.gov

BALTIMORE, MD (June 4, 2021) 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.

Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year you represent the great teachers of Maryland, who inspire, lead and support our children every day, said Governor Larry Hogan. Too often our teachers are unsung heroes, but our Teacher of the Year program provides an opportunity to celebrate their meaningful work and commitment. Our states dedicated educators have kept our students safe and learning during this difficult time, and Im especially proud of our teachers perseverance, ingenuity, and compassion.

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.

Our States 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, said State Superintendent of Schools Karen B. Salmon, Ph.D. Our 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.

The local winners will compete for the title of Maryland Teacher of the Year to be announced virtually during a Maryland Public Television Special taking place on October 7, 2021.The 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.

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.

Allegany County Public Schools Nicholas Amick, Allegany High School, English, Grade 9

Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsJing Dai, Meade High School, Chinese, Grades 9-12

Baltimore City Public SchoolsSidney Thomas, Holabird Academy, Social Studies, Grades 7-8

Baltimore County Public SchoolsBrianna Ross, Deer Park Middle Magnet School, Social Studies, Grade 6

Calvert County Public SchoolsJennifer Rachic, Calvert Career & Technology Academy, CTE/Academy of Health Professions, Grades 11-12

Caroline County Public SchoolsMichelle Foster, Colonel Richardson High School, English, Grades 9-12

Carroll County Public SchoolsDawnella Dill, Century High School, English, Grades 9-12

Cecil County Public SchoolsMary Spence, Elkton High School, English Language Arts, Grades 9-12

Charles County Public SchoolsAlexis Eaton, Dr. James Craik Elementary School, Grade 4

Dorchester Public SchoolsAmy Stoops, Hurlock Elementary School, Grade 2

Frederick County Public SchoolsJennifer Perez Ryan, West Frederick Middle School, English, Grades 6-8

Garrett County Public SchoolsLindsay Krisher, Southern Garrett High School, Computer Science, Grades 9-12

Harford County Public SchoolsLauren Byrd, Hickory Elementary School, Grade 1

Howard County Public SchoolsAmy Woolf, Oakland Mills Middle School, Science/Biology, Grade 7

Kent County Public SchoolsCaren R. B. Saunders, Kent County High School, Social Studies/Psychology/TAM CTE,Grades 10-12 (Teacher Academy of MD)

Montgomery County Public SchoolsJoseph D. Bostic, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, Math, Grade 8

Prince Georges County Public SchoolsAdrin Leak, DuVal High School, English, Grade 10

Queen Annes County Public SchoolsStephanie MacKenzie, Sudlersville Middle School, English, Grade 8

St. Marys County Public SchoolsApril Ryan, George Washington Carver Elementary School, Visual Art, Grades PreK-5

Somerset County Public SchoolsJon Logan Webster, Crisfield Academy & High School, Social Studies, Grades 10-12

Talbot County Public SchoolsLauren Greer, St. Michael Middle High School, CTE/Science, Grades 9-12

Washington County Public SchoolsCaroline Schlegel, Smithburg High School, Spanish, Grades 9-12

Wicomico County Public SchoolsDustin Thomas, Prince Street Elementary, Physical Education & Health, Grades PreK-5

Worcester County Public SchoolsAarti Sangwan, Worcester Technical High School, Physics, Pre-Engineering, Computer Science, Grades 9-12

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