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Long Beach Teacher 'The Sweetest Person You'll Ever Meet'

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This submission comes from Klarissa Rodriguez who nominated Gina Bowley-Blair of Long Beach.
This submission comes from Klarissa Rodriguez who nominated Gina Bowley-Blair of Long Beach. (Courtesy of Klarissa Rodriguez)

LONG BEACH, CA β€” Great teachers matter. In Long Beach, we're fortunate to have teachers like Gina Bowley-Blair.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

This submission comes from Klarissa Rodriguez who nominated Gina Bowley-Blair of Long Beach.

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Teacher’s name

Gina Bowley-Blair

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How do you know the teacher?

Sophomore English Class

What does this person teach?

English

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

She tries her best to be an amazing teacher, even though she has battles of her own. She always brings a huge smile to everyone’s day, shining the whole room with a bright beautiful smile. Always uplifting and caring. Being someone you can count on, needing someone to vent to. She's there.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

That Ms.Blair is the sweetest person you’ll ever meet.

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