ChampionsForLearning

Thank you to all Collier County educators for inspiring the next generation! 🍎 Support teachers by giving, volunteering, or tuning into the Golden Apple broadcast May 23 at 8PM. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Flexible seating = better learning 🎓 Students in Daniel Hansen’s math class say this awarded Classroom Grant help them stay focused, connect, and learn in ways that work best for them. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

From student to teacher 💛 Hannah Jones was once inspired by her teacher, Stephanie Scalise, and now she’s back in her classroom as a student teacher. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Classroom Grants in action! 📚 3rd grade teacher Jennifer Gayle is using grant-funded books, flexible seating, and creative projects to boost engagement and help students thrive. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

We’re kicking off #TeacherAppreciationWeek by celebrating amazing educators like Golden Apple recipient Connie Kinstler - 33 years in the same classroom, impacting generations of families. 🍎💛

We’re so excited to welcome 68 new students into our College & Career Prep Programs! 🎉 Want to learn more about these incredible students and what this milestone means? Read the full story here: championsforlearning.org/news/student-p…

Thank you to all our volunteers for the time, talent, and care you share with our students and educators. Thank you for being an essential part of the Champions For Learning community. Learn more about volunteer opportunities at championsforlearning.org/changemakers/

On Friday April 17th, Champions For Learning hosted the 36th annual Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers Dinner to shine a spotlight on the extraordinary educators who shape Collier County’s future. Read more on our website: championsforlearning.org/events/champio…

Stephanie Scalise – Veterans Memorial Elementary School “Mrs. Scalise is an exceptional teacher! She is one of the most dedicated and kind teachers I have ever met. Upon entering her classroom, she makes students feel instantly at home with her.” #CFLGoldenApple @VMEPatriots

Julie Raymond – Osceola Elementary “My son looks forward to going to school every day because of the way Mrs. Raymond makes learning exciting and meaningful. She encourages curiosity and celebrates small victories." #CFLGoldenApple @OESCHIEFS

Shanna Moss – Manatee Middle School “Ms. Moss goes above and beyond for her current students and past students. She is loving, caring, professional, and makes learning fun. She puts her students first and that's what makes her the best." #CFLGoldenApple @ROARMMS

Wende Malik – Vineyards Elementary School “She is organized and makes learning fun and is very patient. My son says she makes learning a blast. She goes above and beyond for all the students and ensures that every day is a special experience.” #CFLGoldenApple @VineyardsVipers

Connie Kinstler – Big Cypress Elementary “Connie is the definition of a kindergarten teacher! She is so sweet and kind and always puts her students first. She has a way of finding what works for each of her students.” #CFLGoldenApple @BCEBobcat

Elias Cuevas – Immokalee High School “He genuinely cares about his students and their interests; he wants to see his students succeed in life. He teaches in a way that makes it easy to learn, and I personally find him easy to talk to.” #CFLGoldenApple @Indians_IHS

Caitlin Zappola – Corkscrew Middle “She makes you understand things in a fun way. She is caring, funny, and frequently checking on me. She is one of my favorite teachers.” #CFLGoldenApple @CorkscrewMiddle

Nadia Yusuf – Mike Davis Elementary “She teaches well, she is helpful, she is kind, gentle, communicative and very special.” #CFLGoldenApple @MDE_Stars

Samantha Wilson – Gulfview Middle “Miss. Wilson is the best teacher I've ever had, she teaches in a way that is easy for kids to understand, she's nice, kind, and understanding. She helped me pass the district tests with flying colors!” #CFLGoldenApple @GulfviewMiddle

Cristen Williams – Lavern Gaynor Elementary “She is super nice and my favorite teacher, she’s supported me for many grades.” #CFLGoldenApple @lgeseaturtles

Brooke Whitman – Estates Elementary “My teacher makes me feel special by helping me with math, reading AND science. #CFLGoldenApple @EESpanthers

Marissa Trejo – Pinecrest Elementary “She is a good teacher; she is attentive to my son and communicates with me regarding anything that comes up, and my child is developing more every day.” #CFLGoldenApple @PinecrestSOARS