Teacher Spotlight: Linda Kennedy Makes A Difference In Lemont

LEMONT, IL — Great teachers matter. In Lemont, we're fortunate to have teachers like Linda Kennedy.

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This submission comes from Angie Sojka who nominated Linda Kennedy of Lemont.

Teacher’s name

Linda Kennedy

How do you know the teacher?

Past teacher of my kids / coworker

What does this person teach?

Preschool for 45 years

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

Mrs. Kennedy has been a resident of Lemont her entire life. She attended the Lemont school system, raised her children here & has taught preschool at Happy Hands for over 40 years now. She teaches both 3 yr olds & 4 yr olds. Everyone who knows her, loves her. Not many places have had teachers for over 40 years. Lemont is very blessed.

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

She cares about every child that comes through her classroom & she makes sure they are prepared for Kindergarten when they leave.

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