She teaches math to teenagers in Northeast. She aces D.C. Public Schools’ teacher evaluations. And at an awards ceremony last week, go-go legend Chuck Brown called her “a precious lady.” Meet Shira Fishman, the D.C. Teacher of the Year. Congratulations! That’s an exciting honor.
I was very embarrassed. I’m flattered, but very embarrassed at the same time. I’m used to being in front of my kids every day, and I’m not ever worried about that. But being recognized … I’m kind of shy when it comes to public appearances.
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