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KSL NewsRadio and Cyprus Credit Union are honoring Utah Teachers! Now more than ever, we recognize the incredible ways that educators go above and beyond every day.

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  • March 23, 2023

    Tristan Pedersen, Cook Elementary School

    “Ms. Pedersen has an enthusiastic personality that is contagious. Day after day she is in the classroom using her love for learning to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Personally she has changed our family forever. She has taken the time to help our son who was just below grade level reading, at the start […]
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  • March 22, 2023

    Angela Jenkins, Maple Grove Middle School

    “Angela HATES the spotlight but I want to live very dangerously and share that she just received the Teacher of the Year award for her school. She never seeks recognition but I’m so glad to see her getting some with this. This is particularly an amazing award because it’s how peers and principals can express […]
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  • March 21, 2023

    Mary Chai, Jordan Ridge Elementary

    “Ms Chai is an incredible teacher. She knows and loves each of her students. She has taught my daughter how to love math, excel in reading, and mot importantly, how to be a good friend. Ms Chai’s classroom is a place of refuge and peace for her students. She makes each student feel special for […]
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  • March 16, 2023

    Shannah Johnson, Mountain Ridge High School

    “Mrs. Johnson teaches calculus and is an incredible teacher because she is able to teach very difficult concepts in a way that all of her students can succeed. She is also very engaging with all of her students, and makes sure everyone feels included. Mrs. Johnson is also easy to approach, and is always happy […]
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  • March 8, 2023

    Chrystopher Palfreyman, Welby Elementary

    “My daughter is in Mr. Palfreyman’s 4th grade class. He is a remarkable 1st year teacher and his excitement about learning is infectious. He founded the STEM club at our school and has gone above and beyond to find grants to purchase 3d printers and various technology to provide a fun experience for the students […]
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  • March 6, 2023

    Jennifer Tobler, Riverside Elementary

    “An Office secretary assists not only students and parents, but teachers too! They are part of the gears that keep the school functioning! She even substitutes for classes at times. Every month she plans the Student of the Month luncheon with great care. She also is sure to make the teachers feel appreciated and gives […]
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  • March 3, 2023

    Marc Taylor, Copper Hills High School

    “Mr. Taylor is always doing his best to make sure that his class succeeds and is always working hard for them. He loves to help us in any way he possibly can and never wants anyone to feel like they can’t do something. He has gone through so much but he still is able to […]
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  • March 2, 2023

    Jennie Bickmore, Hillsdale Elementary

    “Mrs. Bickmore taught for of my five kids in kindergarten and gave them an outstanding foundation for their education. She works so hard to make sure each individual child progresses and she is successful every time. She has been a leaders her entire career, even if she didn’t have the title. She is willing to […]
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  • March 2, 2023

    Andrea Bennett, Daybreak Elementary/Falcon Ridge Elementary

    “Not only over the past few years has she been an incredibly effective and hard working teacher dealing with the challenges that COVID brought, this school year she has taken on 2 classrooms in 2 different schools while still being a top notch teacher. Her Work ethic and dedication to her students are admirable and […]
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  • March 1, 2023

    Stephanie Reesor, Oak Leaf Elementary

    “Stephanie’s focus is on doing what’s best for our students. She doesn’t like the spotlight. She quietly goes about doing good things. Not only do her students feel her love and respect for them, but they rise to her expectations and are learning and growing!! She also helps her colleagues without hesitation. She has gotten […]
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  • February 28, 2023

    Allison Hovey-Pacheco, Centennial Middle School – Provo

    “Mrs “P” is a Special Education teacher at Centennial Middle School. She is universally loved by her students who are in a self-contained, severe/profound classroom. She is so patient, empathetic and kind….she is exactly the type of person you would pray for as a teacher for your child with Special Needs. She believes that all […]
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  • February 28, 2023

    Gail Ballew, Bountiful Jr High

    “Gail Ballew is a science teacher at Bountiful Jr High. Ranging from 2011 to 2022 all five of my children have had her for 7th grade science. I have wanted to nominate her before, but hesitated until all of my children completed her class so as not to appear disingenuous. Ms Ballew has a passion […]
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