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AWSA Names Miller and Beranek Principals of the Year March 26, 2021 The AWSA has named Tina Miller as its 2021 Elementary Principal of the Year and David Beranek as its 2021 Secondary Principal of the Year, awards sponsored by The Meemic Foundation. ... Topic: Wisconsin Principal of the Year

The COVID-19 Pandemic and a Case for Tragic Optimism March 25, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Liz Honeysett talks about "tragic optimism," taking tragic events and transforming them into an opportunity to better oneself and the world. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Join our Celebration of Student Poetry - the Masterpieces Way March 22, 2021 Meemic Foundation Director Pam Harlin puts her own words to paper to welcome everyone to our special event showcasing the winners of our Masterpieces Poetic Rap Contest. ... Topic: Notes from the Director, Grants

March Is National Reading Month! March 8, 2021 Celebrate Reading Month with an extended book party in your classroom. Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono shares some tips to get started. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Meaningful Math Moments Will Help Students Learn February 16, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Chelsee Schram shares ideas and resources to help educators break the cycle of struggling with math. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

February Is the Time to #LoveTeaching February 9, 2021 For #LoveTeaching Week Feb. 14-21, Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono says his love for teaching is an expression of his love for the whole world. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Building Empathy Through Diversity in Literature January 19, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Erin Carlson shares her efforts to give her rural students books that help them experience diverse cultures and ethnicities. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Teaching in the Aftermath of a Major News Event January 11, 2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono offers some ideas for teachers on how to help students and address "the day after" a major event. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Tips for Building LGBTQ+ Inclusive Schools December 7, 2020 Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono says every educator has a role to play in providing these students with a welcoming space to learn and grow. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

‘Just’ a Note of Thanks from The Meemic Foundation November 24, 2020 Meemic Foundation Director Pam Harlin shares a special message of thanks to the educators who do far more than "just" teach. ... Topic: Notes from the Director