Acelia C. Dela Cruz
Northern Mariana Islands Teacher of the Year
Tanapag Elementary School, Saipan
Grade 5, All Subjects

My teaching philosophy
Just be yourself, everything will fall in place. Be passionate about what you do!

My greatest teaching accomplishment
Actively engaging students in environmental awareness and activities.

The most critical issues facing educators today
NCLB ( Highly Qualified Teachers, State Assessment Scores, AYP)

What you think can be done to resolve this issue
Go back and revisit the NCBLB issues, let teachers have a voice in this critical issue.

One thought to inspire teachers to succeed
“Teachers, I believe, are the most responsible and important members of society because their professional efforts affect the fate of the earth.” – Helen Caldicott

One lesson every student should learn
Virtues!

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