Updated at: 08/03/2009 11:38 AM

Excellent Educator: Aug.

Amy Hendrickson
Chemistry and Math Teacher
East Range Academy of Technology and Science, MN Public Charter School #4166, Eveleth

Teaching for 13 years

WHY SHE WAS NOMINATED:
Mrs. Hendrickson started a new school on the range this year and even though she didn't know if it was going to take, she did it anyway. She gives each student "one on one" time, and even came to school so sick that she couldn't even talk. Mrs. Hendrickson got her class involved in the CNA program, Post Secondary and was also instrumental in getting laptops to help out with assignments. She has had a major impact on the lives of her students.

WORDS THAT BEST DESCRIBE HER:
Awesome. Caring. Special.

MORE ABOUT AMY HENDRICKSON:

What is your most memorable moment as an Educator?

"My most memorable moment as a teacher was May 23rd, 2008 when our charter school had its first graduation ceremony - it had taken a lot of hard work by many people to get there and was very special to the kids, families, and teachers."

If you could pass along one piece of wisdom, what would it be?

"Don't ever give up, even when something seems impossible."

If you weren't an educator what would you be?

"If I wasn't a teacher I would be a mechanical engineer, a pharmacist, or I would work at the Hibbing VFW Club."

What do you do during summer vacation?

"During the summer I am able to spend a little more time with my family and stay up real late."

Personal Information:

Mrs. Hendrickson is trying to get a hobby of some type. She says she may sound like a "geek" but right now she spends much of her time doing school-related stuff. She lives with her husband, Todd. They have 2 children, Seth and Beau, 2 cats named Max and Boots and a guinea pig named Rodney. Mrs. Hendrickson would like to thank whomever nominated her for this honor.

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