Sia is an art teacher who has also been nominated for the National title of Teacher of the Year.   Sia tells about her background of not having any interest in teaching as an adult, until she filled in for a friend who ran a Saturday morning art class for low income children inside a neighborhood garage.

Sia is an art teacher who has also been nominated for the National title of Teacher of the Year.   Sia tells about her background of not having any interest in teaching as an adult, until she filled in for a friend who ran a Saturday morning art class for low income children inside a neighborhood garage.

32. Maryland Teacher of the Year: Sia Kyrikakos

Mandy Manning

Mandy Manning, a Washington State teacher who teaches refugee and immigrant students is the 2018 National Teacher of the Year. An 18-year teaching veteran, Manning has taught at the Newcomer Center at Joel E. Ferris High School for seven years, where she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to students who are adjusting to life in their new community. “Every student in this country deserves access to a teacher who is committed to their success,” said Carissa Moffat Miller, executive director of CCSSO, and Manning embodies that dedication and spirit. Manning began her teaching career in the Peace Corps, and has taught in Japan and in schools across the U.S.   In her current position, Manning’s students come to the U.S. from all over the world and she is usually their first line experience in the American educational system. Most of them are seeking safety, “but they don’t always feel safe here,” said Manning. The current political climate has only increased fear and anxiety, making it hard for newcomers to share and learn from others. Manning says her role in the classroom is to “help them understand current events, know their rights, and provide a safe and welcoming environment.”

Mandy Manning, a Washington State teacher who teaches refugee and immigrant students is the 2018 National Teacher of the Year. An 18-year teaching veteran, Manning has taught at the Newcomer Center at Joel E. Ferris High School for seven years, where she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to students who are adjusting to life in their new community. “Every student in this country deserves access to a teacher who is committed to their success,” said Carissa Moffat Miller, executive director of CCSSO, and Manning embodies that dedication and spirit. Manning began her teaching career in the Peace Corps, and has taught in Japan and in schools across the U.S.   In her current position, Manning’s students come to the U.S. from all over the world and she is usually their first line experience in the American educational system. Most of them are seeking safety, “but they don’t always feel safe here,” said Manning. The current political climate has only increased fear and anxiety, making it hard for newcomers to share and learn from others. Manning says her role in the classroom is to “help them understand current events, know their rights, and provide a safe and welcoming environment.”

31. National Teacher of the Year Mandy Manning

Ralph Fletcher

Ralph Fletcher is a pioneer when it comes to teaching writing to both teachers and students. He began his teaching career at Teachers College as a student of Lucy Calkins in the early days of The Writing Project, and he popularized the Writer’s Notebook. To date, he’s written over 40 books ranging from getting boys to enjoy writing to craft lessons. Join host Anthony Arno as he talks with Ralph Fletcher about his entire career, beginning with his interest in taking careful notes while traveling to the South Pacific as a college student to his latest interest in photography- which is sort of like a Writer’s Notebook as described by Ralph.

Ralph Fletcher is a pioneer when it comes to teaching writing to both teachers and students. He began his teaching career at Teachers College as a student of Lucy Calkins in the early days of The Writing Project, and he popularized the Writer’s Notebook. To date, he’s written over 40 books ranging from getting boys to enjoy writing to craft lessons. Join host Anthony Arno as he talks with Ralph Fletcher about his entire career, beginning with his interest in taking careful notes while traveling to the South Pacific as a college student to his latest interest in photography- which is sort of like a Writer’s Notebook as described by Ralph.

30. Ralph Fletcher: The Writer's Notebook

Melyssa Ferro

Melyssa Ferro is a middle school science teacher and the Idaho Teacher of the Year.  Prior to being named Idaho Teacher of the Year, Melyssa received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized Teachers of the Year and the latest educational authors.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failures.  Each episode features The Final Period before the Final Bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minutes of the show.

Melyssa Ferro is a middle school science teacher and the Idaho Teacher of the Year.  Prior to being named Idaho Teacher of the Year, Melyssa received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized Teachers of the Year and the latest educational authors.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failures.  Each episode features The Final Period before the Final Bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minutes of the show.

29. Idaho Teacher of the Year: Melyssa Ferro

Amy Andersen

Amy Andersen is a New Jersey American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher who teaches sign language to regular education students as part of her high school's World Language program.  Amy is just one of four teachers being considered for the National Teacher of the Year title.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized Teachers of the Year and the latest educational authors.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failures.  Each episode features The Final Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.

Amy Andersen is a New Jersey American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher who teaches sign language to regular education students as part of her high school's World Language program.  Amy is just one of four teachers being considered for the National Teacher of the Year title. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized Teachers of the Year and the latest educational authors.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failures.  Each episode features The Final Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.

28. New Jersey Teacher of the Year: Amy Andersen

Daniel Jocz

Daniel Jocz is not only the California Teacher of the Year, but also a finalist for the national title of Teacher of the Year.  Daniel is a high school social studies teacher, and has created a highly popular YouTube channel featuring a wide variety of reviews for students of Advanced Placement US History with almost 200 videos and 40,000 followers at the time of this podcast recording.

Daniel Jocz is not only the California Teacher of the Year, but also a finalist for the national title of Teacher of the Year.  Daniel is a high school social studies teacher, and has created a highly popular YouTube channel featuring a wide variety of reviews for students of Advanced Placement US History with almost 200 videos and 40,000 followers at the time of this podcast recording.

27. California Teacher of the Year: Daniel Jocz

Anne Brock

The New Teacher Podcast host Anthony Arno talks with Annie Brock, author of The Growth Mindset Coach. Created by teachers for teachers, this is the ultimate guide for unleashing students’ potential through creative lessons, empowering messages and innovative teaching. The Growth Mindset Coach provides all you need to foster a growth mindset classroom, including: • A Month-by-Month Program • Research-Based Activities • Hands-On Lesson Plans • Real-Life Educator Stories • Constructive Feedback • Sample Parent Letters Studies show that growth mindsets result in higher test scores, improved grades and more in-class involvement. When your students understand that their intelligence is not limited, they succeed like never before. With the tools in this book, you can motivate your students to believe in themselves and achieve anything.

The New Teacher Podcast host Anthony Arno talks with Annie Brock, author of The Growth Mindset Coach. Created by teachers for teachers, this is the ultimate guide for unleashing students’ potential through creative lessons, empowering messages and innovative teaching. The Growth Mindset Coach provides all you need to foster a growth mindset classroom, including: • A Month-by-Month Program • Research-Based Activities • Hands-On Lesson Plans • Real-Life Educator Stories • Constructive Feedback • Sample Parent Letters Studies show that growth mindsets result in higher test scores, improved grades and more in-class involvement. When your students understand that their intelligence is not limited, they succeed like never before. With the tools in this book, you can motivate your students to believe in themselves and achieve anything.

26. Growth Mindset Coach Anne Brock

Kyle Schwartz

It all started with one simple question… One day, third grade teacher Kyle Schwartz asked her students to complete the following sentence, I wish my teacher knew…  The results astounded her.  After posting her students responses online, the post went viral and a national movement was created.  Her book, simply titled, I wish my teacher knew, is the story behind that movement.

It all started with one simple question… One day, third grade teacher Kyle Schwartz asked her students to complete the following sentence, I wish my teacher knew…  The results astounded her.  After posting her students responses online, the post went viral and a national movement was created.  Her book, simply titled, I wish my teacher knew, is the story behind that movement.

25. I Wish My Teacher Knew - Kyle Schwartz

Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown originally wanted to play professional basketball in the WNBA, but things didn’t work out.  Instead, she studied nursing in college where she fell in love with science, which is what led her into teaching.  Join Anthony Arno as he talks to Jennifer about her teaching career as a high school science teacher.

24. Alabama Teacher of the Year: Jennifer Brown

Michael Soskil

What would be the equivalent of the Nobel Prize in Education that comes with a $1 million dollar award? The Global Teacher Prize. The ten finalists were announced by Dr. Stephen Hawking, and the grand prize winner was announced in Dubai by his holiness, Pope Francis.  Join The New Teacher Podcast host, Anthony Arno, on the 23rd episode as he talks with Michael Soskil, a 2016 finalist for the Global Teacher Prize. Michael is also athe 2017 Pennsylvania state Teacher of the Year and past recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.  Michael will talk about his teaching experience, including how he has connected online with students in over 70 different countries, including the International Space Station, and his visit to the slums of Kenya where he successfully raised funds for to purchase water filters.  What would you do with one million dollars?

What would be the equivalent of the Nobel Prize in Education that comes with a $1 million dollar award? The Global Teacher Prize. The ten finalists were announced by Dr. Stephen Hawking, and the grand prize winner was announced in Dubai by his holiness, Pope Francis. Join The New Teacher Podcast host, Anthony Arno, on the 23rd episode as he talks with Michael Soskil, a 2016 finalist for the Global Teacher Prize. Michael is also athe 2017 Pennsylvania state Teacher of the Year and past recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching. Michael will talk about his teaching experience, including how he has connected online with students in over 70 different countries, including the International Space Station, and his visit to the slums of Kenya where he successfully raised funds for to purchase water filters. What would you do with one million dollars?

23. Global Teacher Prize Finalist: Michael Soskil

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Ashley Preston

As a preschool teacher nominated for the New Hampshire State Teacher of the Year, Ashley Preston wondered whether people would take her seriously.  Well, she is one of the few preschool teachers to ever be nominated to the position of a state Teacher of the Year, and she wants you to know that preschool teachers should not be confused with daycare.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.   The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills.   For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click here and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

As a preschool teacher nominated for the New Hampshire State Teacher of the Year, Ashley Preston wondered whether people would take her seriously.  Well, she is one of the few preschool teachers to ever be nominated to the position of a state Teacher of the Year, and she wants you to know that preschool teachers should not be confused with daycare. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show. The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills. For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click <a href="http://www.youcandothecube.com/lending-library/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

22. New Hampshire Teacher of the Year: Ashley Preston

Shanna Peeples

What would prompt a newspaper reporter to enter the teaching profession?  Shanna Peeples is not only a Texas Teacher of the Year, but also the 2015 National Teacher of the Year.   Join Anthony Arno as he talks with Shanna Peeples about how one of her teachers comforted her when she moved midyear, her role in assisting one of her ostudents from Vietnam gain entry into Harvard, keeping her selection as National Teacher of the Year a secret for 6 weeks prior to the Whitehouse announcement, her walk with President Obama through the streets of DC, and stories from her travels of 300,000 air miles as National Teacher of the Year.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authores, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.   The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people.  You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills.   For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click here and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

What would prompt a newspaper reporter to enter the teaching profession?  Shanna Peeples is not only a Texas Teacher of the Year, but also the 2015 National Teacher of the Year. Join Anthony Arno as he talks with Shanna Peeples about how one of her teachers comforted her when she moved midyear, her role in assisting one of her ostudents from Vietnam gain entry into Harvard, keeping her selection as National Teacher of the Year a secret for 6 weeks prior to the Whitehouse announcement, her walk with President Obama through the streets of DC, and stories from her travels of 300,000 air miles as National Teacher of the Year. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authores, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show. The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills. For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click <a href="http://www.youcandothecube.com/lending-library/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

21. National Teacher of the Year Shanna Peeples

Roger King

Roger King is a high school Agri-Science teacher who talks with Anthony Arno on The New Teacher Podcast about the importance of Agri-Science as a possible career path for today's students.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authores, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.   The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people.  You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills.   For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click here and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

Roger King is a high school Agri-Science teacher who talks with Anthony Arno on The New Teacher Podcast about the importance of Agri-Science as a possible career path for today's students. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authores, and educational researchers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show. The New Teacher Podcast is brought to you by You Can Do The Rubik's Cube. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills. For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click <a href="http://www.youcandothecube.com/lending-library/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

20. Wisconsin Teacher of the Year: Roger King

Sean McComb

Sean McComb was the Maryland Teacher of the Year and would later become the National Teacher of the Year in 2014.    Join Anthony Arno on The New Teacher Podcast as he talks with Sean about some of the struggles that he faced as a child and what he tries to do for every student.   Sean will also share the emotional story of a former student that was kicked out of her home when she became pregnant at the age of 16, what it was like being named the National Teacher of the Year the same week his son was born, and the most memorable item he has from his tenure as the National Teacher of the Year- which was written on a Post-It.

Sean McComb was the Maryland Teacher of the Year and would later become the National Teacher of the Year in 2014.  Join Anthony Arno on The New Teacher Podcast as he talks with Sean about some of the struggles that he faced as a child and what he tries to do for every student. Sean will also share the emotional story of a former student that was kicked out of her home when she became pregnant at the age of 16, what it was like being named the National Teacher of the Year the same week his son was born, and the most memorable item he has from his tenure as the National Teacher of the Year- which was written on a Post-It.

19. National Teacher of the Year: Sean McComb

 Matt Miller is a teacher, blogger presenter, and author of the book Ditch That Textbook.  After trying to do the traditional “teach by the textbook” for a few years, he launched into a textbook-less path where learning activities were often custom-produced for his students as well as infused with technology.

Matt Miller is a teacher, blogger presenter, and author of the book Ditch That Textbook.  After trying to do the traditional “teach by the textbook” for a few years, he launched into a textbook-less path where learning activities were often custom-produced for his students as well as infused with technology.

18. Ditch that Textbook with Matt Miller

Anthony Grisillo

Pennsylvania State Teacher of the Year Anthony Grisillo certainly has a very interesting teaching background.  He began as a Gifted &amp; Talented Teacher and now teaches Media Science.  Anthony talks about how he excites students in the library using termites and the latest technology he’s using with his students.

Pennsylvania State Teacher of the Year Anthony Grisillo certainly has a very interesting teaching background.  He began as a Gifted &amp; Talented Teacher and now teaches Media Science.  Anthony talks about how he excites students in the library using termites and the latest technology he’s using with his students.

17. Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year: Anthony Grisillo

Nate Bowling

As the Washington State Teacher of the Year, Nate Bowling was also selected to host China's President Xi during his visit to the United States. Nate Bowling is a high school Social Studies teacher who was just one of four finalists for the National Teacher of the Year title.  Nate has received much recognition throughout his career as a teacher, including receiving the prestigeious $25K Milken Award, and posting a blog titled, The Conversation I'm Tired of Not Having, which was picked up by The Washington Post and went viral with several hundred thousand views.

As the Washington State Teacher of the Year, Nate Bowling was also selected to host China's President Xi during his visit to the United States. Nate Bowling is a high school Social Studies teacher who was just one of four finalists for the National Teacher of the Year title.  Nate has received much recognition throughout his career as a teacher, including receiving the prestigeious $25K Milken Award, and posting a blog titled, The Conversation I'm Tired of Not Having, which was picked up by The Washington Post and went viral with several hundred thousand views.

16. Washington Teacher of the Year: Nate Bowling

June Scobee Rogers watched in horror on the morning of January 28, 1986, as her husband and his six crew members faced catastrophic results immediately after lift-off on the Space Shuttle Challenger.  Even more disturbing, aboard the shuttle was the first teacher in space, Christa McAuliffe, and tens of thousands of children had been watching the launch in schools across the country and around world.   June has faced many hardships as a child, including poverty and homelessness, but today she will tell us the inspiring story of her life and her faith; her marriage to her teenage sweetheart at just 16 years old, and how she has created The Challenger Center, which has benefited over 4 million children.  She was a classroom teacher herself and even a college professor.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational reseacrhers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.   The New Teacher Podcast is excited to announce a brand new sponsor. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people.  You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills.   For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click here and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

June Scobee Rogers watched in horror on the morning of January 28, 1986, as her husband and his six crew members faced catastrophic results immediately after lift-off on the Space Shuttle Challenger.  Even more disturbing, aboard the shuttle was the first teacher in space, Christa McAuliffe, and tens of thousands of children had been watching the launch in schools across the country and around world. June has faced many hardships as a child, including poverty and homelessness, but today she will tell us the inspiring story of her life and her faith; her marriage to her teenage sweetheart at just 16 years old, and how she has created The Challenger Center, which has benefited over 4 million children.  She was a classroom teacher herself and even a college professor. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational reseacrhers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show. The New Teacher Podcast is excited to announce a brand new sponsor. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills. For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click <a href="http://www.youcandothecube.com/lending-library/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

15. June Scobee Rogers & The Challenger Space Shuttle Mission

Sarah Loomis

Sarah Loomis is part of a network of teachers around the world who teach the children of parents who are serving in the military.  She's currently a Technology teacher teaching in Kaiserlauterm, Germany.   The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational reseacrhers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show.   The New Teacher Podcast is excited to announce a brand new sponsor. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people.  You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills.   For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click here and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

Sarah Loomis is part of a network of teachers around the world who teach the children of parents who are serving in the military.  She's currently a Technology teacher teaching in Kaiserlauterm, Germany. The New Teacher Podcast features Anthony Arno interviewing nationally recognized teachers, the latest authors, and educational reseacrhers.  Become inspired by hearing the stories of their success and failure.  Each episode features The FInal Minute before the bell, where guests share personal preferences during the final minute of the show. The New Teacher Podcast is excited to announce a brand new sponsor. Since its launch in 1980, the Rubik's® Cube has twisted and turned its way into over 400 million hands worldwide and has continued to fascinate, bewilder and challenge millions of people. You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube  is a U.S. educational outreach program in 10,000+ schools  teaching youth how to solve the Rubik's Cube so they can experience the many benefits of this accomplishment.  Math, STEM and Art lessons have been designed using the Rubik's Cube to help teachers engage students with an interactive and tangible way to learn critical math concepts as well as 21st Century Skills. For a limited time, New Teacher Podcast listeners can take advantage of the  FREE 6 week lending library program where teachers can borrow sets of 12, 24, or 36 cubes for your classroom or after school club.  Loaner sets include an Instructional DVD, curriculum guide, over 20 related activities, sign out sheets, posters, and a certificate template.  Simply click <a href="http://www.youcandothecube.com/lending-library/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and use the checkout code PODCAST to receive a pre-paid return postage label.

14. Department of Defense Teacher of the Year: Sarah Loomis 

Shawn Sheehan

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