Teacher Spotlight: Kifaya Naser Hammad Takes Teaching To 'Next Level'

ALSIP, IL — Great teachers matter. In Alsip, we're fortunate to have teachers like Kifaya Naser Hammad.

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This submission comes from Raghed Naser who nominated Kifaya Naser Hammad of Alsip.

Teacher’s name

Kifaya Naser Hammad

How do you know the teacher?

Personal- Family Member

What does this person teach?

Elementary 5-8th grade English

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

Always goes above and beyond to make sure her students understand the context of what they are reading. When you say "No Child Left behind" she take that quote seriously and make sure everyone is reading and understanding at the level they should be. She integrates with her students to make them what to learn and excel. Not only does she teach them but she make learning fun.

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

She has the biggest heart, can't tell anyone "No". She will always lend a helping hand even when she has her hands full. She is very energetic and takes teaching to the next level.

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