TURNER — Maine School Administrative District 52 Adult Education teacher Melanie North was recently recognized by the office of Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, with a Certificate of Special Recognition after she was named 2018 Maine Teacher of the Year through the Maine Adult Education Association.
The certificate was presented to North by Ben Tucker III, King’s area representative. MSAD includes Turner, Leeds and Greene.
The certificate says, “You have dedicated your career to improving education in Maine and your leadership and commitment to your students has created a better learning culture in MSAD 52. Your passion for educating students and developing positive views on learning inspires fellow educators and this prestigious honor is a testament to your tremendous efforts.”
The MAEA Teacher of the Year Award recognizes educators who exemplify communication, collaboration, and instruction based upon learner needs.
MSAD 52 Adult Education Director Razell Ward said that, as the ELA and ABE coordinator, North “has infused the teaching of Language Arts with technology, relevant curriculum, and enthusiasm,” including recently creating a HISET (formerly GED) course consisting of blended web-based and direct instruction designed for student skill-building. “In addition to being a great teacher, Melanie is also a great teammate,” Ward said. “She excels in the role of developing and sharing resources, researching best practices for colleagues, and is always there to offer advice, classroom help, and observational support.”
MSAD 52 Adult Education offers education as well as workplace certification course, on both day and event schedules, as well as technology-based instruction, high school diploman course, HISET preparation and testing, college transitions, CNA and WorkReady certifications as well as literacy classes for English language learners. For more information, visit 207-225-1010.
PHOTO: From left, Razell Ward, MSAD 52 adult education director; Ben Tucker III, area representative for Sen. Angus King, I-Maine; Melanie North, MSAD 52 teacher and 2018 Ault Education Teacher of the year; MSAD 52 Superintendent Kimberly Brandt. (Submitted photo)
