Editor’s note: The poll is now closed. Scroll down for the results.
Welcome to TCPalm’s Teacher of the Week voting.
TCPalm wants to recognize Treasure Coast teachers making a difference for their students and schools. Readers — parents, administrators, students, community members and other teachers ― nominate their favorite teachers each week. TCPalm lists four nominated teachers, and asks readers to vote for their favorite to be named Teacher of the Week.
TCPalm invites you to support your favorite teacher by voting in this poll. And then revisit it to learn about the amazing teachers on the Treasure Coast.
This week’s TCPalm Teacher of the Week is Martin County teacher Matt Theobald.
Voting begins at 5 a.m. Sunday and ends at noon Friday. Visit this page after voting closes to find out who won.
∗ Teacher Matt Theobald is currently on suspension and has been recommended for termination, pending a hearing.
Scroll down below the poll to see information about each of this week’s teachers.
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Catherine Bitz, Morningside Elementary, St. Lucie County
What the nominator said: “Ms. Bitz is one of Morningside Elementary’s ESE teachers. She is the speech language pathologist. She worked with my 15-year-old son when he was at Morningside and is now working with my 9-year-old son. She has helped him so much on his speech and communication. Both of my boys love Ms. Bitz!She is an amazing and caring teacher! Morningside is definitely better with Ms. Bitz there taking care of my boys! We appreciate her! Thank you, Ms. Bitz!”
Sydney Price, Primrose School at Tradition, St. Lucie County
What the nominator said: “Ms. Sydney Price is an amazing individual who prides herself in her students and co-workers. She always participates in all activities, volunteers her time out of the school to help extracurricular activities for the students. She is the sweetest, kindest human being a person can ever meet. I’m sure her students feel the same way. Her smile lights up the room and children love her.”
Patricia See, Treasure Coast Elementary, Indian River County
What the nominator said: “Mrs. See is a phenomenal educator. She is the media specialist at Treasure Coast Elementary. Every day she strives to instill the love of reading and learning in our students. She encourages students to do their best and reach their goals. She is also a big promoter of being kind to others. In fact, her motto is: Kindness always matters! She goes above and beyond to make connections to her students on a daily basis!”
Matt Theobald, Spectrum Academy, Martin County
What the nominator said: “Matthew is an inspiration to those in the community and his students. So thoughtful and kind. He has given so much and cares so much about students, community and family.”
Colleen Wixon is the education reporter for TCPalm and Treasure Coast Newspapers.
This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Winner announced in the TCPalm Teacher of the Week (Jan. 11-16)
Reporting by Colleen Wixon, Treasure Coast Newspapers / Treasure Coast Newspapers
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