I received a call this morning that I was selected as the National Rural Teacher of the Year! I’m still trying to wrap my mind around this news. I just wanted to post a message about how grateful I am to work with a great TEAM of educators. Daily I am amazed at the work that is done in schools for students and communities. I am glad to be a part of that TEAM, from the local level at Southern Door Schools, in Door County Wisconsin, to schools across the world. Thank you for all you do for students and communities!
Exciting News!

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CONGRATULATIONS! You have given not only to your students, peers, and community, but so many educators online as well. Thanks, and congratulations again!
Thank you, for having a nice blog . Teachers can learn alot from your blog.
Congratulations…much deserved for all you’ve done for your students as well as sharing your insights and lessons in your blog with other educators!
A well deserved honor, congratulations! Your wonderful website has certainly made a difference in my classroom. Thank you for the time you put into your blog and website, very much appreciated.
You are amazing! They have noticed you for all you do, it has to feel good. Congratulations.
Jessica, You SOOooooo deserve this. You have no idea how far your teaching has gone. You have been such a guiding force for me!!! THANK YOU!
Congratulations on your achievement.
THANKS, Sherry! =)
Congratulations! Wow.. what an honor. I have followed you for many years and learned so much from you.
Awww…thanks, Ellen!