Teacher Spotlight: Shirley Teacher Has 'Genuine Love For Helping Students'

SHIRLEY, NY — Great teachers matter.

In Shirley, we're fortunate to have teachers like Kimberly Vecchio.

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

This submission comes from Renee Miller who nominated Kimberly Vecchio of Shirley.

How do you know the teacher?
Colleague and Best Friend

What does this person teach?
2nd Grade

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?
Kim is an amazing 2nd-grade teacher! She exudes patience, creativity, and a genuine love for helping her young students. She always ensures a fun and engaging learning environment where her students are made to feel safe to explore new concepts, make mistakes, and build confidence. She goes above and beyond consistently to help her students in becoming successful through hard work and love! If you ever get the chance to work alongside her and even better, become her best friend, you would be just as fortunate as we are.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?
Kim is the kindest, funniest, and most genuine person you would ever be so lucky to know. She’s a hard worker always taking care of the people she loves and is always there through thick and thin.

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