
2009 Telamon Insurance & Financial Network Charitable Foundation Awardees
Carolyn Glicklich - Prospect Hill Academy Charter School, Somerville, MA Ms. Glicklich, a learning center teacher, is applying for a master's degree in special education. Enrolling in a special education graduate program is an opportunity that will help her achieve a Massachusetts professional license in special education, as well as give her the tools that will allow her to advocate for and teach students with disabilities more effectively. Ms. Grady is an Applied Behavior Analysis Counselor at a private school for children with Autism. After graduating she taught in Thailand where her career path changed completely. These experiences have led her to take graduate classes at Simmons College in Boston where she is working towards her Master's Degree in Moderate Special Education. Nancy Howard - Willie Ross School for the Deaf, Longmeadow, MA Ms. Howard will be working towards her Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, in a vigorous one year program. After working as a special education teacher in a public school, she decided to focus on teaching deaf children. With extended training she will further her knowledge and skills to better assist and teach these gifted children.
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"I want to thank you for offering this help for educators whom are trying to improve their skills and better serve students. During these tough financial times, we need all the help we can get." - Nancy Howard, 2009 Awar |

"I now realize that I became an educator because I do not believe children should fail, and, as a special education teacher, I know it is my professional goal and responsibility to help students succeed even when others might consider them incapab |

