Member Statement (27 April 2021)

From Hansard (27 April 2021)

Ituna Teacher Receives Excellence in Teaching Award

Mr. Keisig: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Last year a student from Ituna School nominated their teacher Mrs. Cindy Yanko for an Excellence in Teaching Award from Horizon School Division. This award is given to five to seven teachers each year who go above and beyond for their students. On March 22nd, 2021, Cindy was presented the award.

Cindy has been a favourite among all students who have the pleasure of attending her class, including my daughters. Her love, dedication, and willingness to always help her students is admirable. Mr. Speaker, Cindy instituted a curling program at Ituna School where she coached many teams that competed at a high level. In her home economics class, she taught many students the ability to cook nutritious foods and feed themselves on a tight budget when they left home. Another highlight was ensuring the students received their safe food handling course. Many were able to use this to secure part-time work after they left Ituna School.

Students who have moved on to university have commented on how they would not have made it through those years if it were not for the skills she taught and her ability to connect with her students.

I now ask all members to please join me in congratulating Mrs. Cindy Yanko on her well-deserved Excellence in Teaching Award. Thank you.

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