Plainfield Educator 'Was Made To Be A Teacher': Spotlight

PLAINFIELD, IL — Great teachers matter. In Plainfield, we're fortunate to have teachers like Mrs. Jackie Gornick.

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

This submission comes from Krysta Stewart who nominated Mrs. Jackie Gornick of Plainfield.

Teacher’s name

Mrs. Jackie Gornick

How do you know the teacher?

I’m her sister in-law

What does this person teach?

FBI/Basis Program

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

She’s so incredibly loving and dedicated to all of her students and every child in the school.

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

Mrs. Gornick was made to be a teacher. There’s never been a child that doesn’t just love her! She treats each and every child in the program with kindness and love. She never makes them feel different or that they’re less than. Each of her students has a special place in her heart and she makes it known. She goes above and beyond to show these kids just how much she cares about them. She has the biggest heart…if your children have had a chance to be part of her class you are truly blessed!!

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