Cheryl Gardner Named Liz Peters Master Teacher
The Dunham School is pleased to announce Cheryl Gardner as the recipient of the 2025 Liz Peters Master Teacher Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to a faculty member who exemplifies excellence in the classroom.
For the past 16 years, Mrs. Gardner has served the school faithfully as a Lower School lead teacher. Her calm demeanor, infinite patience, and gentle tone of voice have been key assets in teaching and encouraging her first-grade students. Known for her commitment to her classroom and her expertise in teaching reading, her students and fellow faculty members have benefitted greatly from her wisdom and experience.
In announcing Mrs. Gardner as this year’s master teacher, Head of Lower School and Dean of Faculty Deedra LaPlace said, “Mrs. Gardner has mentored countless teachers and demonstrated servant leadership in a way that emulates Christ. She radiates the joy of the Lord, is a true inspiration, and a living example of faith in action.”
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