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Region II Teacher of the Year: Sheryl Murakoshi Gallo

Region II Teacher of the Year: Sheryl Murakoshi Gallo

With nearly three decades of teaching experience, Gallo has built a reputation as an inspiring and innovative classroom leader who believes deeply in the power of arts-integrated education to help every child thrive.

Region I Teacher of the Year: Marsha Perry

Region I Teacher of the Year: Marsha Perry

With more than 18 years of teaching experience across ACES magnet schools, Perry exemplifies the power of literacy, equity, and student voice in advancing the magnet mission. Her work is rooted in the belief that learning begins with belonging—and that when students feel seen, valued, and challenged, they thrive academically and personally.

Region VI Teacher of the Year: Nicole Hosek

Region VI Teacher of the Year: Nicole Hosek

A passionate advocate for hands-on learning, Nicole Hosek has spent over 20 years ensuring that every student has the opportunity to engage with science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in meaningful ways.

Region V Teacher of the Year: Melanie Zuniga

Region V Teacher of the Year: Melanie Zuniga

With a passion for inclusive education and dual-language instruction, Melanie Zuniga has redefined the role of special education in a magnet setting, ensuring that every student, regardless of ability, thrives academically and socially.

Region IV Teacher of the Year: Dr. Melissa Collins

Region IV Teacher of the Year: Dr. Melissa Collins

With over 25 years of experience in education, Dr. Melissa Collins has dedicated her career to fostering student success through enriched academics, STEM education, and global learning experiences.

Region III Teacher of the Year: Pamela Richardson

Region III Teacher of the Year: Pamela Richardson

A passionate arts educator with over two decades of experience, Pamela Richardson has played a pivotal role in elevating the school’s arts program to an innovative level in just three years.

Region II Teacher of the Year: Jennifer Richard-Gantka

Region II Teacher of the Year: Jennifer Richard-Gantka

As the founding teacher of GLEAM, Jennifer Richard-Gantka played a pivotal role in shaping a magnet program that integrates environmental action with global citizenship.

Region I Teacher of the Year: Pam Klink

Region I Teacher of the Year: Pam Klink

With 12 years of experience as a full-time culinary arts instructor, Klink has transformed her classroom into an innovative, career-driven environment where students master technical skills while embracing creativity, sustainability, and cultural literacy.

MSA President's Message, May 2024

MSA President's Message, May 2024

Andrea Barry's first glimpse of Earhart Environmental Magnet was volunteering as a monster in the annual Fall Festival’s hayrack ride.

Region VI Teacher of the Year: Andrea Barry

Region VI Teacher of the Year: Andrea Barry

Andrea Barry's first glimpse of Earhart Environmental Magnet was volunteering as a monster in the annual Fall Festival’s hayrack ride.


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