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Malibu Teacher Spotlight: Maia Zander Lovingly Pushes Orchestra Students

Orchestra conductor Maia Zander is one educator who is making a difference in students' lives.

Orchestra conductor Maia Zander is one educator who is making a difference in students' lives.
Orchestra conductor Maia Zander is one educator who is making a difference in students' lives. (C. Epstein)

MALIBU, CA — Great teachers matter. In Malibu, we’re fortunate to have teachers like Maia Zander.

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This submission comes from C. Epstein, who nominated Maia Zander of Malibu:

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How do you know the teacher?

Parent of student

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What does this person teach?

Orchestra

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

Community-loved orchestra conductor for Malibu middle and high schools who showers her students with love while still pushing them to be better musicians.

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

Took the high school orchestra to perform at Carnegie Hall — incredible memory-making experience for the students.

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