AAF Board Member Dave Briscoe gives opening remarks before presenting Sonia Barrett of Brooklyn Seventh-day Adventist School with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award during camp meeting in Wingdale, New York. Photographer: Rohann Wellington
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(From left to right) School Board Chair Locksley Dyce, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett of Brooklyn Seventh-day Adventist School and Principal Laura Mayne listen as AAF Board Member Dave Briscoe describes the award being presented. Sonia organizes class culture fairs, career expos, the annual Christmas program, and serves as graduation sponsor for the Brooklyn school. She is also the advisor of the National Junior Society. Photographer: Rohann Wellington
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(From left to right) GNYC Superintendent David Cadavero, Treasurer Carlos Gonzalez, Executive Secretary Dr. Gerson Santos, and President Dr. G. Earl Knight attend the award presentation for 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett of Brooklyn Seventh-day Adventist School during Camp Berkshire’s meeting. Photographer: Rohann Wellington
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett is presented with a Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift from AAF Board Member Dave Briscoe. GNYC Superintendent David Cadavero said, “Simply put, Sonia Barrett is a ‘shining star’ in the Greater New York Conference K-12 system of education. By modeling Jesus in her classroom daily, she has transformed the lives of many of the students with ‘hardened hearts’ from the streets of Brooklyn to students who have dedicated their lives to following Jesus.” Photographer: Dawin Rodriguez
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Televangelist and former president of It Is Written Mark Finley hugs 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett with congratulations. Finley spoke during the meeting held at Camp Berkshire. Photographer: Dawin Rodriguez
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AAF Board Member Dave Briscoe and 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett of Brooklyn Seventh-day Adventist School. Sonia tutors community children free of cost to prepare them for state exams. She has also worked with students to prepare sermons and has taken them on the road to eight churches to witness to others. Her outreach extends to disaster relief programs as well. Photographer: Rohann Wellington
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Principal Dr. Lois Tucker of the Bermuda Institute of Seventh-day Adventists announces Wendie Warren as an AAF 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient during the school’s commencement service. Superintendent of Education at the Bermuda Conference, Sheila Holder, looks on. Photographer: Deborah Lowe
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Bermuda Institute’s Wendie Warren is honored with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion. Principal Dr. Lois Tucker and Superintendent of Education Shelia Holder make the award presentation on AAF’s behalf. Wendie’s classroom culture of inclusion, advocacy for every type of learner, and partnership with parents are just a few examples of how she fosters a positive learning community. Photographer: Deborah Lowe
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Wendie Warren of Bermuda Institute is noted to be small of stature, but a giant of a teacher. Principal Dr. Lois Tucker (left) said Wendie is extremely versatile. Wendie encourages a high standard of teaching and learning. A walk into her classroom will reveal kindergartners performing well above average: Children are reading whole sentences, distinguishing literary devices, spelling advanced words, and even using times tables. Photographer: Deborah Lowe
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(From left to right) Bermuda Institute Principal Dr. Lois Tucker and 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Wendie Warren. Wendie received a medallion, a Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift. Photographer: Deborah Lowe
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AAF Board Member Arpad Soo presents David Goymer of Paradise Adventist Academy with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion during the school’s commencement service. David is known for his innovative teaching techniques and for accommodating a variety of learning styles. Students nominated him two years in a row, stating that college physics and pre-calculus are a “review from high school.” Photographer: Brenda Muth
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient David Goymer is presented with a Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift from AAF Board Member Arpad Soo. While David himself is continuing to pursue his education with a Masters in mathematics, he has pushed students to become their best as well. Both SAT and ACT math scores have increased since he has been at Paradise Adventist Academy. Photographer: Brenda Muth
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(From left to right) AAF Board Member Arpad Soo, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient David Goymer of Paradise Adventist Academy and Principal Ken Preston pray to conclude the award presentation. Photographer: Brenda Muth
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AAF Chairman Bob Summerour congratulates Vivian Beierle after presenting her with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award. Vivian, an elementary teacher at Mission Hills Christian School, was awarded with a medallion, a Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift. Her husband, and principal of Mission Hills, Jim Beierle holds a certificate recognizing the school as having a teacher of excellence. Photographer: Ricky De Jesus
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Vivian Beierle of Mission Hills Christian School receives a hug from Coreen Hicks, Northern California Conference Associate Superintendent. Vivian is said to be a change event for good. She continually seeks innovation in classroom technology, which is displayed in her use of webcams to connect to other classrooms thousands of miles away. Vivian also offers free tutoring and has been recognized by other schools for her excellent curriculum and teaching skills. Photographer: Ricky De Jesus
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Mission Hills Co-Chairman John Bechtel prays for Vivian Beierle, a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. Pastor Bechtel says, “Since joining the staff, her influence is felt not only in the lives of students in her classroom, but the school in general. It spills over into the lives of the church as well.” Also present for the award ceremony were Associate Superintendent Coreen Hicks, Pastor Albert Beierle, and Elder Thomas Machuca. Photographer: Ricky De Jesus
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Vivian Beierle and her husband Jim Beierle, principal of Mission Hills Christian School. Photographer: Ricky De Jesus
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Mountain View Academy Principal Dan Meidinger addresses the audience, graduating seniors, and staff describing the Excellence in Teaching Award being presented to Jim Marxmiller during the school’s commencement service. Photographer: Mike Youngberg
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AAF Board Member Arpad Soo joins Principal Dan Meidinger of Mountain View Academy to describe AAF’s mission and purpose for honoring teachers of excellence. Recipient Jim Marxmiller listens on. Photographer: Mike Youngberg
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Jim Marxmiller of Mountain View Academy listens as AAF Board Member Arpad Soo describes the award being presented. James has taught science at MVA since he graduated from Pacific Union College (PUC) in 1972. Enhancing each learning experience for students is his priority. Photographer: Mike Youngberg
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AAF Board Member Arpad Soo confers a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion on Jim Marxmiller of Mountain View Academy during the school’s commencement service. Jim raises between $2,500-4,000 for the science department each year, and he implemented a science research-mentoring program, which pairs students with professionals from the church community in fields of science. Photographer: Mike Youngberg
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Jim Marxmiller and his wife Karyn. Photographer: Mike Youngberg
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Andrews Academy Board Chair Brent Geraty presents an AAF 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award to Steve Atkins during the school's commencement. Steve is the creator of both the science emphasis program and the senior portfolio project at Andrews Academy. During his 19 years at AA, he has highlighted the importance of college preparedness and exploration of career path options. Photographer: Darren Heslop
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AAF Director Melanie Litchfield gives opening remarks before presenting Steve Baughman of Highland Academy with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award during camp meeting in Portland, Tennessee. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt
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AAF Director Melanie Litchfield presents Steve Baughman of Highland Academy with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt
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AAF Communications Coordinator Melissa Cechota congratulates 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Steve Baughman of Highland Academy. Steve received a medallion, Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt
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Steve Baughman, a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. As an English, history and government teacher at Highland Academy, Steve engages his students in meaningful projects. He has also been commissioned by the Southern Union and NAD to write secondary curriculum subject area standards, and he has traveled throughout the NAD to promote them. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt
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(From left to right) AAF Director Melanie Litchfield, KY-TN Conference President Steve Haley, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Steve Baughman, KY-TN Conference Superintendent Larry Boughman, and Highland Academy Principal Becky Patrick. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt
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AAF Board Member Arpad Soo presents Mark Smith of Portland Adventist Academy with a 2011 Excellence in Teaching medallion during the school's chapel service. Photographer: Gary McLain
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Mark Smith of Portland Adventist Academy receives a $2,000 gift from AAF Board Member Arpad Soo on behalf of the Foundation. Photographer: Gary McLain
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During the award presentation for Mark Smith, a recipient of a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award from AAF, students presented the computer sciences teacher with a banner. His student and colleague interactions have branded Mark as an “ultimate team player.” Photographer: Gary McLain
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AAF Board Member Arpad Soo with 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Mark Smith of Portland Adventist Academy. Mark is a world-class rock climber. He raised $15,000 to build the second largest bouldering gym in Oregon on PAA's campus, and serves as coach for the rock-climbing club. Photographer: Gary McLain
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(From left to right) AAF Board Member Arpad Soo, Portland Adventist Academy Principal Gale Crosby, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Mark Smith, Oregon Conference President Al Reimche, and Oregon Conference VP for Education John Gatchet. Photographer: Gary McLain
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Mark Smith of Portland Adventist Academy with his family. Photographer: Gary McLain
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Gordon Miller of Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary (SVAE), pictured with his wife Rita, receives a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award from AAF Board Member Keith White. With a focus on health, and a creative, integrated curriculum, Gordon is a spiritual leader and teacher. He organized Jump Rope for Heart, which has raised more than $13,800 for the American Heart Association, making SVAE the top fundraising school in the county. Photographer: Erica DeGrave
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New Market Mayor Larry Smith gives congratulatory remarks to Gordon Miller, recipient of a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award from AAF. Gordon is the 7-8th grade teacher at Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School (SVAE). He organizes track and field, presidential fitness awards, an annual field day, and an annual ski day for SVAE. Gordon also makes a weekly newsletter for parents, involves students in community service projects such as the Adopt-a-Highway program, and participates in a weekend Bible Club for seventh and eighth graders. Photographer: Erica DeGrave
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During Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School's spring program, Gordon Miller was surprised to receive a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award from AAF. Some of Gordon's 7-8th grade students joined in the celebration by displaying this banner during the presentation. Photographer: Erica DeGrave
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(From left to right) AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor announces Keren Taccone of West Palm Beach Junior Academy as a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. Principal Glenn Timmons applauds. Keren serves as the Special Needs Coordinator for the greater Miami area in partnership with the Florida Conference Office of Education. She assists with conference-wide regional trainings, demonstrating effective ways to implement positive learning communities. Photographer: Charlotte Chong
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(From left to right) AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor and West Palm Beach Junior Academy Principal Glenn Timmons present a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion, Certificate of Excellence and $2,000 gift to recipient Keren Taccone. Keren initiated “After Glow” ministry services and organized the first campus drama team. Photographer: Charlotte Chong
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Mayra Rodriguez, Associate Superintendent of Education in the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, congratulating 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Keren Taccone of West Palm Beach Junior Academy. Through Karen’s dedication and effort, low-achievers and behaviorally challenged children are beginning to meet with success for the first time. Photographer: Charlotte Chong
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(From left to right) West Palm Beach Junior Academy teachers Melva Bracero, Nieves Jenkins, and Renata Teter, with 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Keren Taccone, AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor, and Principal Glenn Timmons. Photographer: Charlotte Chong
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2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Keren Taccone of West Palm Beach Junior Academy with her husband, Jim. “As a teacher I can be a doctor for the hurting student, a lawyer to plead on their behalf, a counselor to guide them as they make choices,” Keren said. “This career choice pays in great rewards. I can impact lives for eternity!” Photographer: Charlotte Chong
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(From left to right) 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sara Willard of Summit Christian Academy and Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member CH De Haan.
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(From left to right) Nevada-Utah Conference Superintendent of Education Anita Molstead and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sara Willard of Summit Christian Academy in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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(From left to right) Principal Tim Kubrock of Monterey Bay Academy, 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Robert Nobuhara, and Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo.
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(At the podium) Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo presenting a 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award to Robert Nobuhara of Monterey Bay Academy in La Selva Beach, Calif.
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(At the podium) 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Patricia Thompson of Alcy Seventh-day Adventist Junior Academy in Memphis, Tenn.
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(From left to right) Pastor James Owens of Longview Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Patricia Thompson, Principal Brenda Cowan of Alcy Seventh-day Adventist Junior Academy, and President Dana Edmond of the South Central Conference.
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Executive Secretary Roger Bernard of the Central States Conference presenting 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Janel Fields of V. Lindsay Seventh-day Adventist School with her medallion (amongst other V. Lindsay staff and Principal Norma Mann) in Kansas City, Kan.
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(Speaking) Principal Norma Mann of V. Lindsay Seventh-day Adventist School, Executive Secretary Roger Bernard of the Central States Conference and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Janel Fields.
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(From left to right) Principal Kimberlie Hogan of Olney Adventist Preparatory School and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Carol Oster.
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(At the podium) Alumni Awards Foundation Special Counsel Ted Ramirez presenting a 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award to recipient Carol Oster of Olney Adventist Preparatory School in Olney, Md.
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(From left to right) Potomac Conference Associate Superintendent of Education Desiree Bryant, Principal Kimberlie Hogan of Olney Adventist Preparatory School and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Carol Oster.
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Rudy Carlson, of Stoneridge Christian School in Deluth, Minnesota, is presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award.
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Congratulations to 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Rudy Carlson of Stoneridge Christian School.
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Cheri Gregory (middle) of Monterey Bay Academy was presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award by Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member, Arpad Soo (right of Gregory) at a ceremony in the Monterey Bay Academy Church.
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(From left to right) Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo, 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Cheri Gregory, and her parents, Dr. & Mrs. Harvey Elder. Gregory was recognized for her use of technology to reach multiple learning types and promotes creative teaching approaches to colleagues.
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Previous Excellence in Teaching Award recipients from Monterey Bay Academy surround 2009 recipient Cheri Gregory to celebrate her award. (From left to right) Steve Walls-2006, Arpad Soo - Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member, Cheri Gregory -2009, Timothy Kubrock-2005, Donna Baerg-2007, and Tim Zytkoskee - 2008.
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Melanie Litchfield, Director of the Alumni Awards Foundation, gives 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Randy Heilman of Collegedale Academy a medal of honor.
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(From left to right) Alumni Awards Foundation (AAF) Director Melanie Litchfield, Georgia-Cumberland Conference Vice President for Education Dr. Cynthia Gettys, Collegedale Academy (CA) Board Chairman Don Duff, 2009 recipient Randy Heilman, AAF representative Ken DeFoor, CA Principal Verle Thompson, Georgia-Cumberland Conference President Elder Ed Wright, and AAF Board Member Gary Wilt.
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Carrie Hess of Spencerville Adventist Academy in Silver Spring, Maryland, is presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award.
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(From left to right) Rusty Litten of Orlando Junior Academy is presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award by Florida Conference Superintendent of Education Arne Nielson.
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Rusty Litten was awarded a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award based on 42 strong years of teaching experience.
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2009 recipient Rusty Litten provides a highly interactive tactile learning environment for his classes and promotes the use of technology within research even at the most elementary levels.
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Principal Trevor Kendall presents Cindy McCaw with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award at Salt Lake Junior Academy.
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2009 recipient Cindy McCaw has been known for creative learning environments in her classroom to promote curiosity for over 28 years now. She teaches grades 4-6.
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Cindy McCaw of Salt Lake Junior Academy was presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award.
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Arthur Miller of Holbrook Indian School was presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award. Students recognize him as a strong Christ-like leader, who is patient and kind to each of his students.
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Nancy Shoonover was presented with a 2009 Teacher of Excellence Award for her involvement in extracurricular educational enhancements and leadership in El Dorado Adventist School's cross country team.
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High school graduate, Madeline Rice, presents 2009 recipient Susan Whitely of Cascade Christian Academy in Wenatchee, WA, with a bouquet of flowers. Whitely taught Madeline in first grade over 12 years ago.
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The presentation came mid-way through the Spring concert right after Susan Whitely's 4th graders had played their first song. The entire school surprised Whitely with a huge banner across the stage and announced her as the winner of a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award.
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2009 Excellence in Teaching recipient Susan Whitely of Cascade Christian Academy.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Myrna Candelaria of Takoma Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Melinda Danesky of Glendale Adventist Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Janice Deibel of Galt Adventist Christian Elementary with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Tamara Dell'Erba of Kingsway College with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Vicki Downer of Cascade Christian Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Shannon Fisher of Cascade Christian Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Janice Harford of Okanagan Adventist Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Richard Hickam of Collegedale Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Steve McClain of La Sierra Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Harold Williams of Campion Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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2008 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Tim Zytkoskee of Monterey Bay Academy with Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Gerald Chipeur.
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 School Board Chair Locksley Dyce, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sonia Barrett of Brooklyn Seventh-day Adventist School and Principal Laura Mayne listen as AAF Board Member Dave Briscoe describes the award being presented. Sonia organizes class culture fairs, career expos, the annual Christmas program, and serves as graduation sponsor for the Brooklyn school. She is also the advisor of the National Junior Society. Photographer: Rohann Wellington',2);)
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 said Wendie is extremely versatile. Wendie encourages a high standard of teaching and learning. A walk into her classroom will reveal kindergartners performing well above average: Children are reading whole sentences, distinguishing literary devices, spelling advanced words, and even using times tables. Photographer: Deborah Lowe',9);)
 Bermuda Institute Principal Dr. Lois Tucker and 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Wendie Warren. Wendie received a medallion, a Certificate of Excellence and a $2,000 gift. Photographer: Deborah Lowe',10);)
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 AAF Board Member Arpad Soo, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient David Goymer of Paradise Adventist Academy and Principal Ken Preston pray to conclude the award presentation. Photographer: Brenda Muth',13);)
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 in 1972. Enhancing each learning experience for students is his priority. Photographer: Mike Youngberg',20);)
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 AAF Director Melanie Litchfield, KY-TN Conference President Steve Haley, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Steve Baughman, KY-TN Conference Superintendent Larry Boughman, and Highland Academy Principal Becky Patrick. Photographer: Latonia Schmidt',28);)
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 AAF Board Member Arpad Soo, Portland Adventist Academy Principal Gale Crosby, 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Mark Smith, Oregon Conference President Al Reimche, and Oregon Conference VP for Education John Gatchet. Photographer: Gary McLain',33);)
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, pictured with his wife Rita, receives a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award from AAF Board Member Keith White. With a focus on health, and a creative, integrated curriculum, Gordon is a spiritual leader and teacher. He organized Jump Rope for Heart, which has raised more than $13,800 for the American Heart Association, making SVAE the top fundraising school in the county. Photographer: Erica DeGrave',35);)
. He organizes track and field, presidential fitness awards, an annual field day, and an annual ski day for SVAE. Gordon also makes a weekly newsletter for parents, involves students in community service projects such as the Adopt-a-Highway program, and participates in a weekend Bible Club for seventh and eighth graders. Photographer: Erica DeGrave',36);)
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 AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor announces Keren Taccone of West Palm Beach Junior Academy as a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. Principal Glenn Timmons applauds. Keren serves as the Special Needs Coordinator for the greater Miami area in partnership with the Florida Conference Office of Education. She assists with conference-wide regional trainings, demonstrating effective ways to implement positive learning communities. Photographer: Charlotte Chong',38);)
 AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor and West Palm Beach Junior Academy Principal Glenn Timmons present a 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award medallion, Certificate of Excellence and $2,000 gift to recipient Keren Taccone. Keren initiated “After Glow” ministry services and organized the first campus drama team. Photographer: Charlotte Chong',39);)
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 West Palm Beach Junior Academy teachers Melva Bracero, Nieves Jenkins, and Renata Teter, with 2011 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Keren Taccone, AAF Board Member Byron DeFoor, and Principal Glenn Timmons. Photographer: Charlotte Chong',41);)
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 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sara Willard of Summit Christian Academy and Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member CH De Haan.',43);)
 Nevada-Utah Conference Superintendent of Education Anita Molstead and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sara Willard of Summit Christian Academy in Salt Lake City, Utah.',44);)
 Principal Tim Kubrock of Monterey Bay Academy, 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Robert Nobuhara, and Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo.',45);)
 Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo presenting a 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award to Robert Nobuhara of Monterey Bay Academy in La Selva Beach, Calif.',46);)
 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Patricia Thompson of Alcy Seventh-day Adventist Junior Academy in Memphis, Tenn.',47);)
 Pastor James Owens of Longview Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Patricia Thompson, Principal Brenda Cowan of Alcy Seventh-day Adventist Junior Academy, and President Dana Edmond of the South Central Conference.',48);)
 in Kansas City, Kan.',49);)
 Principal Norma Mann of V. Lindsay Seventh-day Adventist School, Executive Secretary Roger Bernard of the Central States Conference and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Janel Fields.',50);)
 Principal Kimberlie Hogan of Olney Adventist Preparatory School and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Carol Oster.',51);)
 Alumni Awards Foundation Special Counsel Ted Ramirez presenting a 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award to recipient Carol Oster of Olney Adventist Preparatory School in Olney, Md.',52);)
 Potomac Conference Associate Superintendent of Education Desiree Bryant, Principal Kimberlie Hogan of Olney Adventist Preparatory School and 2010 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Carol Oster.',53);)
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 of Monterey Bay Academy was presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award by Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member, Arpad Soo (right of Gregory) at a ceremony in the Monterey Bay Academy Church.',56);)
 Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member Arpad Soo, 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Cheri Gregory, and her parents, Dr. & Mrs. Harvey Elder. Gregory was recognized for her use of technology to reach multiple learning types and promotes creative teaching approaches to colleagues.',57);)
 Steve Walls-2006, Arpad Soo - Alumni Awards Foundation Board Member, Cheri Gregory -2009, Timothy Kubrock-2005, Donna Baerg-2007, and Tim Zytkoskee - 2008.',58);)
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 Alumni Awards Foundation (AAF) Director Melanie Litchfield, Georgia-Cumberland Conference Vice President for Education Dr. Cynthia Gettys, Collegedale Academy (CA) Board Chairman Don Duff, 2009 recipient Randy Heilman, AAF representative Ken DeFoor, CA Principal Verle Thompson, Georgia-Cumberland Conference President Elder Ed Wright, and AAF Board Member Gary Wilt.',60);)
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 Rusty Litten of Orlando Junior Academy is presented with a 2009 Excellence in Teaching Award by Florida Conference Superintendent of Education Arne Nielson.',62);)
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