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Banning Educator Nora McFarland Inspires Beyond The Classroom Walls
From dual immersion lessons to daily inspiration, McFarland helps students soar past expectations.

Banning, CA — Back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and nerves — for students, parents and staff alike. Thankfully, Banning is home to everyday school heroes who help make the transition smoother and the school year a little brighter.
From teachers and tutors to bus drivers, cafeteria staff, crossing guards and more, these caring individuals bring steady support and positivity to our schools. To recognize their many contributions — big and small — Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to salute the unsung heroes of back-to-school.
This submission comes from Karen Fuqua, who nominated Nora McFarland of Central elementary.
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What is the school hero’s name?
Nora McFarland
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Where does this school hero work?
Central elementary
Please describe why this individual is a hero at your school.
She transformed the lives of her students..Her room is a magical haven..You can identify her students on the campus.. Be it in the cafeteria, Library or playground.Her standards follow her students..She is a gift to education..Their are no words to adequately describe her gift..Walk into her room and you will see it and feel how special and gifted she is .
How do you know the school hero you’re nominating?
I am a substitute teacher in her district
What should your community know about this person?
She is a lead teacher in a dual immersion school..Her students out score most students in the state
What three words best describe the school hero?
Superpowers, Destinyhelper, lifechanger
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