Milwaukee Special Education Teacher 'Pours Her Heart Into Her Work'

Milwaukee, WI — Great teachers matter. In Milwaukee, we're fortunate to have teachers like Helen Benezis Tselentis.

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This submission comes from Vanesa Limberatos who nominated Helen Benezis Tselentis of Milwaukee.

Teacher’s name

Helen Benezis Tselentis

How do you know the teacher?

Special Needs Son Godmother

What does this person teach?

Bilingual English

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

She is due to retire soon. She is one who literally loves, loves what she does. Loves the children. Dresses as Dr. Seuss every year. Pours her heart into her work.

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

We need more educators that love helping children, love being there and are present. It’s not just a job; it’s about caring to educate our youth.

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