Oak Forest Teacher 'Cares About The Whole Student': Teacher Spotlight

OAK FOREST, IL — Great teachers matter. In Oak Forest, we're fortunate to have teachers like Ashley Smallwood.

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

This submission comes from Amy Greenspan, who nominated Ashley Smallwood of Oak Forest.

Teacher’s name

Ashley Smallwood

How do you know the teacher?

Colleague

What does this person teach?

Daily Living Skills

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

Ashley goes above and beyond every day for our students. She implements lessons to teach our students what they need, to be successful and to live as independently as possible. Ashley cares about the whole student, not just their academics.

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

Ashley has a kind heart in that she cares about our students' daily needs. Do they need food, clothing, etc. ? Ashley makes sure our students are taken care of and is resourceful at getting our students' needs met. Whether it’s giving the leftover food we make in class to students who need it or letting staff know how they can help with food or clothing needs, Ashley assists students in getting their needs met. Ashley is a team player and wants what is best for our students.

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