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More than 50 educators from schools in Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties were selected by school administration for outstanding dedication, hard work, and leadership. For their achievements, they were then celebrated as Educators of Excellence at a special event held Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts at Brainerd High School. This event recognizes and awards local educators who positively impact students and colleagues. In addition to individual Educators of Excellence awards, leaders, paraprofessionals, a coach, team, support staff, and silver lining awards of excellence were also named and recognized. Northland Community Schools were among the educators recognized by having several staff members receiving awards. Among those are Phyllis Wake, Paraprofessional of Excellence; Mandy Jones, Support Staff of Excellence; Childhood Pre-K Team, Team of Excellence and Raina Boucher, Teacher of Excellence.  Photo submitted.

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