Manchester’s Leifer Named Small Schools Teacher Of The Year
Manchester’s Leifer Named Small Schools Teacher Of The Year
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Manchester’s Leifer Named Small Schools Teacher Of The YearNORTH MANCHESTER – North Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School teacher Shelly Leifer was named the 2021 Indiana Small and Rural Schools Association Teacher of the Year.
According to Principal Dr. Jon Lippe, Leifer is an “amazing” educator. She teaches business courses and lines up internships for many of the high school students.
She developed a work-based learning opportunity called “the Bean” for students inside the school building, which serves beverages throughout the day to staff and upper classmen.
“I have known Mrs. Leifer as her principal for six years. During that time, I have observed that Mrs. Leifer radiates passion and a zest for learning that is reflective in the success of her students,” Lippe said at the Teacher of the Year presentation assembly.
He said Leifer is always researching and employing instructional methods that intrigue and inspire her students. She productively supports and collaborates with her colleagues, offering “sound” advice, which has undoubtedly transformed her instruction and support, he said.
Leifer takes the time to build a sense of community in her learning environment. She is a lifelong learner who proactively seeks out opportunities to enhance her instructional skills.
“Mrs. Leifer is an exceptional educator that impacts your life like no other,” Lippe said.
