Five Exceptional Educators Awarded Teacher of the Month and Treated to an Unforgettable Game Night Experience
Five remarkable teachers from Miami-Dade and Broward Counties received a special honor that not only recognized their outstanding contributions to education but also treated them to an unforgettable experience. Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) and the Florida Panthers partnered to celebrate these teachers’ achievements by awarding them the coveted title of Teacher of the Month, January through May 2024.
The partnership aims to highlight the importance of education and honor the efforts of teachers who go above and beyond to uplift their students’ lives. For each of the five selected teachers, the prize has been extra special – an exclusive invitation to attend a Florida Panthers game and bring along friends or family members, ensuring an action-packed and unforgettable night.
The five teachers of the month are:
1.- January teacher of the month: Lelieth McLeod, Crystal Lake Middle School Spanish and French teacher who infuses STEM into her linguistics lessons.
2.- February teacher of the month: Diane Berkley, a STEM teacher from Ernest R. Graham Elementary who has been teaching for over 27 years.
3.- March teacher of the month: Keith Zalman, World History teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
4.- April teacher of the month: Rachel Montrose, a counselor at Fort Lauderdale High School. As a school counselor she offers academic guidance, provides emotional support and helps her students navigate the college application process.
5.- May teacher of the month: Jessica Russ a third-grade teacher from Silver Palms Elementary in Broward County. Despite Mrs. Russ’ has positively impacted her students in the classroom, as well as in their personal lives, creating an environment that is positive, safe and fun.
FPL and the Florida Panthers believe that through partnerships like this, they can contribute to a well-deserved celebration of teachers who inspire and shape the minds of the future. As the game lights illuminated the cheering audience, these teachers were reminded of the immense impact they continue to make on their students’ lives.
“We are proud to recognize these extraordinary teachers and provide them with a memorable night at a Florida Panthers game,” said Juliet Roulhac, Director, Corporate Philanthropy and External Affairs for FPL. “At FPL, we understand the vital role teachers play in shaping our communities, and this partnership with the Panthers allows us to express our sincere appreciation.”
The Teacher of the Month program, in collaboration with the Florida Panthers, honored these exceptional educators from January to May of this year. By acknowledging their hard work and dedication, these partnerships shine a well-deserved spotlight on the tireless efforts of teachers who leave an indelible mark on the lives of their students.
“This initiative highlights the crucial role teachers play in shaping the lives of future generations,” said John Colombo, Vice President, Community Relations and Foundation. “By collaborating with FPL, we are able to extend our gratitude and honor these remarkable individuals who go above and beyond to inspire and educate our students.”
To learn more about the Teacher of the Month program and how FPL and the Florida Panthers celebrate educators, please visit https://www.nhl.com/panthers/community/teacher
