Political Quotes

“Today I rise to recognize a woman of extraordinary talent and devotion, Stephanie Mew, the Hawaii State Teacher of the Year. Stephanie is currently an elementary school teacher at Kapunahala Elementary School, but her career has taken her all across the globe to the U.S. mainland, Thailand, Japan, and India. She came to teaching because she was touched by the struggles of at- risk youth and wanted a job in which she could plant seeds for a successful, productive, and peaceful life. Through her nearly 20 years as a teacher, she has done just that for her countless students. Her service doesn't stop there. Stephanie also volunteers to feed the homeless and sings at a local nursing home for the kupuna residents. Mahalo, Stephanie Mew, for your dedication to such an important occupation and for sharing your knowledge and light with your students and colleagues day in and day out. Congratulations on this most prestigious award. I wish you the best of luck in the final selection for National Teacher of the Year. ____________________”