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"I feel like I can make a change every day with the kids I work with. They change me in return. It's the most important job in the world." — Monroe teacher receives Milken Educator Award, NBC15

Sarah Compton (WI '18)

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Milestones

Mike Patterson (NV ' 09) Named 2025 Nevada State Teacher of the Year
Mike Patterson (NV '09)
Dr. Ernie Adkins (WV '98) Named WV Assistant Superintendent of the Year
Dr. Ernie Adkins (WV '14)

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"Being an educator is one of the hardest things you will ever do, but also one of the most rewarding. There is no greater feeling than knowing you are making a difference in young lives."

— from Spotlight: 10 Questions for Melanie Alfaro (NM '17)

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Melanie Alfaro (NM '17)
Math Content Specialist (K-12)

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