Brackey didn’t always know he wanted to go down the teaching path, but later learned that deep down his passion was guiding students on the right path for success and preparing them for the rest of their lives.
For 43 years, Steven Beilke has brought his great sense of humor and admirable drive to his classroom, which is one of the many reasons why this fifth-grade teacher is this month’s Golden Apple award recipient.
Her special adoration for students, 30 years of teaching experience and incredible adaptability over this past year are just some of the reasons why Dianne Johns, of Franklin Elementary School, was nominated for the Golden Apple award.
Ashley Sander is not new to the teaching scene, as she has been teaching students for around 11 years, but she has called St. Clair Elementary School home for the last five.
The next recipient of the Golden Apple award isn't one teacher this time around, but rather all the staff at Lake Crystal Wellcome Memorial Elementary.
During that time Ouren, has made a positive impact on his students, saying the first step in successfully teaching special education is building a relationship with the student.
Moore’s love for history stemmed from his experiences with past great teachers he had in high school and college, planting the inspiration for his career.
After years of teaching in Wisconsin, Balza came back to New Ulm, ultimately ending up at St. Paul's Lutheran Elementary School, the same building where she student taught.
