Two local teachers were recently recognized at our January meeting for their on-going efforts to promote American history, traditions and its institutions, teach and reinforce citizenship education topics, and promote democratic values and beliefs.
Greg Troyer (shown above) a 5th grade teacher at Spruce Elementary School (Edmonds School District), was named Elementary Teacher of the Year. Greg plays a major role in organizing the annual Veterans’ Day Assembly at his school. The assemblies celebrate the contributions made by veterans in the community. Greg is described by his supervisor as having a passionate belief in the potential of all students, possesses unswerving patriotism, is committed to the teaching of democratic values, and introduces his students to those values needed to make our country strong..