Mrs. Franz, 'Fair, Kind Teacher': Nesconset Teacher Spotlight

NESCONSET, NY — Great teachers matter. In Nesconset, we're fortunate to have teachers like Mrs. Franz.

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

This submission comes from Justine Imperato, who nominated Mrs. Gina Franz of Nesconset.

Teacher’s name

Mrs. Gina Franz

How do you know the teacher?

My daughter had her last year in second grade.

What does this person teach?

Second grade

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

Mrs. Franz treats her students like family. She helped my daughter overcome her fear of school. My daughter said she should be honored for giving the best hugs and making her feel safe. Mrs. Franz is simply the best. She is not only a teacher, but there for whatever her students need. A hug, smile, gives advice, snack supplier… she does it all.

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

She is a fair, kind teacher that does everything in her power to help her students.

She helped my daughter overcome her school anxiety and changed her life. My daughter went from crying on the school bus to being excited on Monday mornings.

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