Megan Scheider of Villa Angela-St. Joseph High school named Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction

A Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Assistant Principal and teacher was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). A role model to pupils, Megan was nominated by VASJ senior Terika Hyneman, for outstanding dedication and commitment to excellence in the classroom.

“Mrs. Scheider is the best teacher any student could ask for,” Hyneman said. “She deserves this award because of all the hard work she has put into this school and her students in her math class. I nominated her because of all the help she gave me personally by tutoring me in Calculus. I wouldn’t be where I am today academically without Mrs. Scheider.”

Each year student members of NSHSS have an opportunity to select the teacher who has made the most significant contribution to their academic career. The Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction award recognizes teacher role models who have made a lasting difference in their classroom by encouraging students to strive for excellence.

“Dedicated educators who exhibit a commitment to excellence deserve our highest praise and appreciation,” said NSHSS President James Lewis. “We’re excited to provide an ongoing means to do so, and we encourage our members to nominate teachers who have contributed to their academic success.”

“Too rarely do educators learn whether their dedicated efforts are appreciated,” said VASJ President Brian Menard. “I am proud of Terika for taking the initiative to recognize Mrs. Scheider for the exceptional educator she is, I am proud of Mrs. Scheider for the inspiration she provides to students and proud that VASJ offers such models of students and educators alike for all our community to follow. Congratulations!”

Emily Robinson is the Communications & Media Coordinator at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School.