(PORTLAND) — Beyond her lifelong association with the David Douglas School District and accolades from teachers and students, Kelsey Stiff draws high praise for showing up to work every day under extraordinary circumstances.
(MILWAUKIE) — Carol Pauli calls it “that spark.”
Tigard-Tualatin School District's Kim Leung aims to provide nutritious, delicious food.
(CROOK COUNTY) — Macy Hagensee told his wife he would never work in a restaurant kitchen again.
(OREGON CITY) — Brooklyn Myers’ path to becoming a special education teacher began in her home.
Archer Glen Elementary teacher Katy Simpson strives to make sure each student is seen in her classes.
The adversity of teaching doesn't deter Kendra Ribeiro at Echo Shaw Elementary from cultivating student success.
Kevin Pinkstaff keeps his students motivated with innovative projects during the school year.
Jocelin Morales uses her background as a first-generation student to help children and families at Aloha Huber Park access equitable education
Val Brenneis continues her own education to better teach her students
Professor Mark Bailey loves to watch students' eyes widen as they discover something new.
Stacey Johnston's goal is to be there for her kids, seeing them beyond any difficulties they may be encountering.
(MOLALLA) — Classroom environments have a significant impact on the education of young students, which is why Pamela Thomas puts such a high priority on her classroom environment.
(CANBY) — When surrounded by family members who all work in the teaching profession, it’s only natural that a young man would be ready to follow the family tradition.
Rachael Sara works with toddlers and "big kids" at St. Helens High School
Jason Baca works to build relationships with students during and beyond class time.
CMVS teacher Aaron Gapasin named Pamplin Media Group’s Amazing Educator for the Newberg area