Teacher Spotlight: Mattituck's Janine Ruland 'An Inspiration To All'

MATTITUCK, NY — Great teachers matter. In Mattituck, we're fortunate to have teachers like Janine Ruland.

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

This submission comes from Carrie Blair, who nominated Janine Ruland of Mattituck.

Teacher’s name?

Janine Ruland

How do you know the teacher?

Mrs. Ruland taught my daughter for two years.

What does this person teach?

Biology.

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

Mrs. Ruland is an inspiration to all the kids in her classroom. She teaches at the highest level and she cares deeply about all her students. She takes time to make sure her students truly understand her teachings, and she consistently goes above and beyond to help them in any way she can.

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

If your child is lucky enough to have Mrs Ruland as their teacher, you have won the teacher lottery!

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