Teacher Spotlight: Mastic Beach Teacher 'Created Supportive Environment'

MASTIC BEACH, NY — Great teachers matter.

In Mastic Beach, we're fortunate to have teachers like Johnathan Germer.

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

This submission comes from Stacie DeAngelo who nominated Johnathan Germer of Mastic Beach.

How do you know the teacher?
My son had him last year.

What does this person teach?
5th grade

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?
Mr. Germer is a teacher that goes above and beyond for each one of his students. He created a supportive environment and made a positive impact on the students' lives after a tragic death of one of their classmates.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?
I would like to thank him for his hard work, dedication, and passion for teaching and the memories he made with his 5th-grade class.

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