Laura Handley, a French immersion first grade teacher at L’Étoile du Nord, has been named Minnesota’s French Teacher of the Year by the American Association of Teachers of French, Minnesota chapter. Laura has been in education for 25 years, all at the St. Paul French immersion school. The only teacher who has been with the program since its beginning, she is committed and determined to make French language education an important part of the Saint Paul School District’s choices.

 

In her years at L’Étoile du Nord, Laura has led countless school committees, demonstrating her seriousness in the development of the program so that its sustainability will never be questioned. From the long-range planning committee to various student support teams, we can see Laura’s tireless commitment to students, families, interns, colleagues and the French community at large.

 

Lourdes Flores-Hanson, principal at LNFI says that “We are very fortunate to have Madame Handley as a dedicated and committed member in our school community.  Her love of children and teaching are observed in her daily interactions with her students, her colleagues and our families.  Mme. Handley is a true representation of the rich opportunities young learners enjoy as they grow and learn in a language immersion setting.”

 

Laura will be honored in the spring at the annual AATF – Minnesota awards dinner.

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Congratulations, Laura! We are honored to have you represent us.

 

Your AATF - Minnesota Chapter Executive Board