Teacher Tribute Wall

“Mrs. May is absolutely wonderful. My daughter has ADHD and auditory processing disorder and struggles with organization, quality work and keeping her grades up. Mrs. May has worked hand in hand with met to ensure that my daughter succeeds despite her difficulties. She is even taking time out of her busy day to tutor my […]

“Mrs. Smith’s dedication and passion towards her students’ growth are unparalleled. She has inspired countless students to pursue higher education and has created a supportive and challenging classroom environment that fosters learning.” -Alex Johnson About Teacher Features on KSL NewsRadio Teachers are the backbone of our community, and at KSL NewsRadio, we want to highlight […]

“Mrs. Henderson has an absolute blast teaching and lightly tormenting her students. She kicks off the school year by teasing her sixth graders about basic hygiene—because, let’s be honest, some of them need the reminder for the good of society. The class erupts into laughter—until she gives them the “I am not joking” look, leaving […]

“Jeff Tree is a Math Teacher and Student Body Officer Advisor at Brighton High School. He has been teaching for 13 years and has a passion for education. He has the ability to connect with the youth at another level. He goes above and beyond to make sure students are seen and valued. He makes […]

I am honored to nominate Ms. Jean Sesera for KSL’s Teacher Tribute. She is a dedicated and inspiring educator who goes above and beyond to support her students and colleagues every day. Jean’s teaching career has spanned the gambit—from Kindergarten to a unique 5th-6th grade split class in the Curriculum and Assessment Lab. Currently, she […]

“She has been teaching over 20 years and is in it long hall for the Kids. She goes above and beyond for all kids not just her students. She’s also a third generation educator.” -Russell Lightel About Teacher Features on KSL NewsRadio Teachers are the backbone of our community, and at KSL NewsRadio, we want […]

“For 27 years, Julie Henderson has dedicated her life to shaping young minds as a 6th-grade Gifted and Talented (GT) teacher. Her love for teaching is evident in every lesson she designs, every challenge she presents, and every student she inspires. She is not just an educator—she is a mentor, an innovator, and a relentless […]

“Mrs Mac” is such a caring and patient teacher at Hayden Peak Elementary. She is a resource teacher (special ed) and has gained a trust and “like” of my grandson, Sten – 2nd grade (ADHD/autism). She takes the time to interact with the children and “really know” them (she also knows he has a younger […]

“This teacher has been teaching at Jackling Elementary for multiple generations of my family. My brother had her as a teacher in 6th grade – he now has kids that are elementary age. She inspired him to work hard and take school seriously whereas before he didn’t care and was just getting by– he has […]

“She’s super nice and fun to talk with and just an incredible person overall.” -Nico About Teacher Features on KSL NewsRadio Teachers are the backbone of our community, and at KSL NewsRadio, we want to highlight the hard work they put in to help their students.  Do you know a teacher that goes above and […]

“Most teachers are focused mainly on academics, which are important, but Ms.Holdaway- a 2nd grade teacher, is equally focused on the emotional intelligence of her students. She’s not only teaching our children math and spelling and such, she is also teaching them empathy, self-love, coping skills, and how to be loving and caring humans. The […]

“Mrs. McKenna Bennett teaching style has truly amazed me. She makes sure students feel important and loved each day they step through her door. It is evident whenever I witness her teaching or interacting with her students that she genuinely loves teaching and values these children. Every day in her classroom, enrichment and positive reinforcement […]