826 Valencia October Teacher of the Month

Back in August I posted a note about the Teacher of the Month award offered by the good people at 826 Valencia. Time has passed. I forgot about it. And now I'm catching up with the award for the month of October! Congratulations to Todd Elkin:

Congratulations to Todd Elkin, our October Teacher of the Month

Mr. Elkin, the superlative art instructor at Washington High School, is 'a distinguished teacher, a great motivator, and a genuine artist,' says his student Marian K. Dilan. Not only does he motivate his students with renowned speakers, customize his class projects for each individual, and run the extracurricular art club, but he also personally insures that every one of his senior art students makes it into the perfect college.

Now that the school year is underway, surely some of our readers know of some great teachers who are making a difference in our kids lives. Someone who deserves the recognition (and the $1500!) that 826 Valencia's award offers. Take the time right now and write up a commendation. Think of it as a Christmas Holiday gift for someone that gives so much so selflessly for our kids.