Buys Supplies, Snacks For Needy Students: Dunedin Teacher Shout-Out

DUNEDIN, FL — Great teachers matter. In Dunedin, we're fortunate to have teachers like Amber Geronimo.

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

This submission comes from Patrick Shiel, who nominated Amber Geronimo of Dunedin.

Teacher’s name

Amber Geronimo

How do you know the teacher?

I met her through a family friend and observed her tenacity to become a passionate teacher and child advocate

What does this person teach?

3rd grade

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

She is empathetic, she is dedicated, she listens, she makes a difference in her students. She always does what is right. She goes above and beyond by buying supplies for her students, she brings in food and snacks for those kids whose parents are struggling. She has a unique way of making something complex become understandable so all students understand

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

She wants to see every student succeed and will help them learn in a way they understand

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