Teachers are heroes. Their stories serve as a powerful reminder of the millions of lives changed and pathways shaped in positive and meaningful ways by teachers, one student at a time.
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Anthony Swann
“Everything is Going to be Alright" Anthony Swann
Assistant Principal
Monterey Elementary, Roanoke, VA The 2021 Virginia Teacher of the Year
Lio Quezada
“LionStyle” Lio Quezada
World History Teacher and Head Wrestling Coach
Fairfax High School, Fairfax, VA Former two-time Virginia wrestling champ
Caitlin Sobsey
“Mr. Fogel" Caitlin Sobsey
Capital Improvements Program Coordinator
City of Falls Church, VA
Breigh Lockhart
“A Person to Believe in You” Breigh Lockhart
High School Biology Teacher
Woodbridge Senior High School
Fabiana Parker
“Speaking the Language" Fabiana Parker
ESOL Teacher
Osborn High School, Manassas, VA The 2023 Virginia Teacher of the Year
Lin Rudder
“Control” Lin Rudder
English Teacher
Literidge High School, Aldie, VA Education PhD Student, George Mason University
