Teacher Spotlight: 'Incredible' Manhattan Educator Samantha Schnapper

UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — Great teachers matter. In Manhattan, we're fortunate to have teachers like Samantha Schnapper.

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This submission comes from Winnie Eng, who nominated Samantha Schnapper of Manhattan.

Teacher’s name

Samantha Schnapper

How do you know the teacher?

Parent of student

What does this person teach?

6th grade social studies

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

Ms. Schnapper is an incredible social studies teacher, coach, and human being. She uses props, music, and fun projects to teach social studies effectively and engages students by building community in the classroom at Wagner. She also is a dedicated coach for the City Championship-winning flag football, cross country, and track teams. She is extremely dedicated to her students' and athletes' physical and mental well-being, as shown through inclusiveness, positive feedback, and respect. She communicates well with parents, inspires students to be their best selves, and is a passionate leader in the largest middle school in Manhattan!

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

Ms. Schnapper is an incredible social studies teacher, coach, and human being.

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