'A Natural At Teaching Children With Autism': Toms River Educator Ida Palmieri

TOMS RIVER, NJ— Great teachers matter. In Toms River, we're fortunate to have teachers like Ida Palmieri.

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This submission comes from Dana Zuczek who nominated Ida Palmieri of Toms River.

Teacher’s name

Ida Palmieri

How do you know the teacher?

My family

What does this person teach?

Autism at Cedar Grove Elementary

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

She has the most patience! She loves her children and is so compassionate . She's a natural at teaching children with autism. She puts her heart into helping and teaching her students .

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

She will always be supportive and will love the kids like her own. She is also determined to help them get as much help as they need. She's also a Mother of a son with autism.

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