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Algebra Teacher 'The Reason I Was Able To Graduate': Teacher Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated. Meet Patricia Adams!

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to recognize outstanding teachers across America. Meet Patricia Adams, of Tinley Park.
Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to recognize outstanding teachers across America. Meet Patricia Adams, of Tinley Park. (Patch Graphics)

TINLEY PARK, IL— Great teachers matter. In Tinley Park, we're fortunate to have teachers like Patricia Adams.

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This submission comes from Tammy Corcoran, who nominated Patricia Adams of Tinley Park.

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Teacher’s name

Patricia Adams

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How do you know the teacher?

She is retired now, but I met her at Tinley Park High School in 1984/85

What does this person teach?

Algebra

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

She spent so much time teaching me Algebra which I flunked freshman, sophomore, and junior year. She is the reason I was able to graduate!

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

Kindness and caring and selfless

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