Golden Apple

Ms. Ali DeHart is the heart of special education in Perry Township. She gives to her elementary students year-round and during the holidays. She is also committed to shining a light on people with special needs, with her work as the director of Miss Amazing.

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We chat with Mr. Shawn Davis from the Westfield-Washington School district to find out how this rockstar teacher transitioned to educating students through Rocks Media House.

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Students across the district recognize Mr. Shawn Davis as the man behind the camera. His home base is at Westfield High School, where he teaches kids about video and media production. His students say he empowers people to follow their passions, and it’s time for him to be the star.

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Amy Mitchell has been teaching in Lawrence Township for most of her long career. She comes from a family of educators but hopes her journey into teaching inspires young educators. Hear her honest conversation about her career and battle with cancer.

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October’s Golden Apple Award winner is Amy Mitchell from the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, and she always puts her students first, including caring for her class while battling cancer. Determination and devotion — beyond deserving of the WISH-TV Golden Apple Award.

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Mr. Isaac Adams has a real conversation about the difficulties teachers face, plus dreaming big to create a classroom filled with technology and students willing to try STEM.

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At Arsenal Tech High School there are hundreds of students, 76 acres, 13 buildings, and plenty of history, but only one Mr. Isaac Adams.

“Mr. Adams has an immense passion for Tech. Not only is he a graduate of Arsenal Tech, but he lives very much in the community and sees his role here not just as a teacher, but as a member of the Tech community."

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In the Golden Apple Grand Finale Special, all nine teachers were invited to the WISH-TV Studios for a celebration of their achievements. One teacher was also honored as the Grand Finale Winner, receiving $1,000 and a glass trophy.

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DaMeisha Fleming explains her inspiration behind the James Whitcomb Riley School 43 Black History Thematic Unit. With the recent passing of her dad, Fleming remains focused on her students and ensuring stability and growth is a constant. She is always teaching and shares many lessons in this conversation.

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DaMeisha Fleming is the final Golden Apple Award winner for the 2021-2022 school year. She is a first-grade teacher at James Whitcomb Riley School 43 and does just about every role you can think of at the school, while also shining a light on the power of Black history and empowering students.

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