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1. Excellence in Education Award - Aruna Halala-Vishudh |
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Goal 2 Student, Family and Community Engagement
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Each month, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors recognizes an outstanding school, student, staff member, parent, or community member for a display of excellence, achievement, and innovation that may serve as an example to our school district and the entire Milwaukee community. This month, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors is pleased to present the “Excellence in Education Award” to:
Aruna Halala-Vishudh
Milwaukee Public Schools recognizes Aruna Halala-Vishudh for being selected as the Marcus Performing Arts Center’s 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Teacher of the Year.
A fifth-grade teacher at Clemens School, Ms. Halala-Vishudh includes lessons on Dr. King’s legacy as an important part of her curriculum. As such, she has actively supported and encouraged her students to participate in the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art, Speech, and Writing contests.
The Marcus Performing Arts Center recognized Ms. Halala-Vishudh for consistently instilling in her students the life lessons and beliefs of Dr. King. An MPS teacher for 19 years, she accomplishes this on a daily basis in her classroom as well as through her dedication to opportunities outside of the classroom such as participation in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art, Speech, and Writing contests.
In addition to the annual contest, Ms. Halala-Vishudh incorporates Dr. King’s message into her classroom through special activities throughout the year. His ideas are practiced in the classroom daily, and her students are motivated to reach new levels of academic and personal growth.
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors recognizes and honors Aruna Halala-Vishudh for her dedication, outstanding leadership, and commitment to excellence on behalf of the students of the Milwaukee Public Schools. |
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Keith Posley, Ed.D. - Superintendent |
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