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Erica Stephens is a TN Milken Educator
Erica Stephens (TN '18) | John P. Freeman Optional School | Memphis, TN | Oct 25, 2018John P. Freeman Optional School is ready to celebrate: The building has earned Reward School status, a Tennessee distinction for student growth. Tennessee Education Commissioner Dr. Candice McQueen is here to commend students and staff ... but is that the only reason for her visit? Everyone is surprised when Lowell Milken, chairman and co-founder of the Milken Family Foundation, presents fourth-grade math teacher Erica Stephens with a 2018-19 Milken Educator Award and $25,000. Click through the photos below to relive Erica's big day.