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KSL NewsRadio, FM100.3 and Cyprus Credit Union are honoring Utah Teachers! Now more than ever, we recognize the incredible ways that educators go above and beyond every day.

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  • October 23, 2025

    Emily Green-Cottam, Hunter High School

    “Emily has been working in the elementaries and juniors highs and this year at Hunter High as their new full time teacher. Emily was in the SPED department last year at Bennion Junior High. Her kids loved her. We were sad to see her leave to Hunter High but we know she is knocking it […]
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  • October 21, 2025

    Charity Foutz, Entheos Academy Magna

    “I am writing to nominate Ms. Foutz with the utmost enthusiasm for her extraordinary dedication and profound impact on her students, especially my son, Alex. She is a truly invaluable educator who embodies the best of what a teacher should be. When Alex entered her classroom, he was struggling significantly, both emotionally and academically. He […]
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  • October 20, 2025

    Jenni Perkins, Albion Middle School

    “Mrs. Perkins is an excellent teacher. She is fun, kind, and totally devoted to her students’ learning. She helps one-to-one as needed. Mrs. Perkins arrives early to school for Jazz Band rehearsals, stays late for the district symphony rehearsals, and directs the school musical at the same time!” -Jenifer Pace About Teacher Features on KSL […]
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  • October 20, 2025

    Shanae Larsen, American Heritage School – Salt Lake City Campus

    “Ms. Larsen has such a fun personality, and is an amazing math/hip hop teacher. Her method of teaching is amazing and my child excelled in math last year. She used to be a cougarette at BYU and has taught her hip hop students how to dance with energy and make it look cool. She loves […]
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  • October 19, 2025

    Rachel Allen, William Penn Elementary

    “Rachel Allen is one of those rare teachers who not only excels in educating but also in inspiring. She has helped many at risk children to break a pattern of failure and go on to lead successful and productive lives. When you enter her room, it is immediately evident that above all else, she CARES […]
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  • October 18, 2025

    Lauren Newton, Maria Montessori Academy

    “Ms. Lauren is my science teacher, the way she teaches is great and fun, it makes remembering the material a lot easier. She knows all of her students and is my ninth grade class’ favorite teacher. She’s fun and loves to play games with us.” -Daniel Reichdan About Teacher Features on KSL NewsRadio Teachers are […]
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  • October 16, 2025

    Ms. Brenda Marin Guerrero, Majestic Elementary School

    “She is the most giving soul and she loves her students so more. I’ve seen her navigate and adapt teaching a blind student (the IEP took forever to come through), help students that other teachers gave up on, plan surprises for her students, and meticulously plan and go out of her way to make learning […]
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  • October 16, 2025

    Joshua Tibbs, Herriman High School

    “Truly an amazing teacher that makes every day awesome. He is fun and laid back but knows when to get serious and is truly a master of his craft.” -Turner Evans “Mr. Tibbs is the best teacher, because he makes sure that every single one of his students is able to understand the curriculum. He […]
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  • October 14, 2025

    Lisa Sutherland, Utah Connections Academy

    “It is a pleasure to nominate Mrs. Lisa Sutherland, our exceptional 2nd-grade teacher and team lead, for KSL’s Featured Teacher recognition. What makes Mrs. Sutherland incredible is her unwavering dedication to both her students and colleagues. In her virtual 2nd-grade classroom, she creates a warm, engaging space where students feel valued, capable, and excited to […]
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  • October 10, 2025

    Samantha Lee, Itineris Early College High School

    “One of the most engaging math teachers (if not the most) of any school. She radiates positivity and exudes charisma. She is such a joyful soul and brings that into her work. Throughout my years attending this school with Ms. Lee, even when she wasn’t my teacher, I noticed something unique about her. She is […]
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  • October 8, 2025

    Clete Johansson, Granger High School

    “With Parent/Teacher Conferences a few weeks ago, I just had to nominate Clete Johansson again. Clete Johansson is the Library Media Specialist at Granger High School, and is an indispensable member of the teaching team. Since school started two months ago, Mr. Johansson has made sure every student is equipped with the necessary technology and […]
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  • October 8, 2025

    Sierra Fichialos, Granger High School

    “With Parent/Teacher Conferences a couple of weeks ago, I just had to nominate Sierra Fichialos again. Ms. Fichialos has one of the most challenging positions for a high school teacher. She teaches reading to general education students at Granger High School, and has done so for the past 10 years. Since school started about a […]
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