In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we are highlighting outstanding educators and alumni from GSOE who continue to shape ideas, minds, and the future. Read their stories below! 

For #GivingTuesdayNow, please consider giving a gift to the Teacher Education Fund. Learn more about the fund in Ken Noller's profile below. 

Paying it Forward: Ken Noller

Although he retired from teaching in 2013, Ken Noller continues to shape students' lives. He launched the GSOE Alumni Mentor Network and Teacher Education Fund, which provides emergency support for student teachers.

Building Confidence is Key: Eliza Day
Education specialist Eliza Day has seen the role confidence plays in students' success. "The fundamental lesson is that every student needs to hear that they can learn the material, can succeed, can make progress, and is worthy of a solid education."

Fostering an Affinity for Learning Science: Adrian Diaz
High school teacher Adrian Diaz approaches much of his work with the goal of building positive student/teacher relationships to help foster an "affinity for learning science" in his students.

Advocating for English Language Learners: Brenda Angulo
Brenda Angulo, a first-generation Inland Empire native and kindergarten teacher, is committed to promoting educational equity and providing quality educational experiences for her students and their families. 

Blending Science with Creativity: Matthew Schiller
Matthew Schiller, a Riverside Poly High science teacher and former Riverside Teacher of the Year, resurrected the school's AP chemistry course, started the Poly Photography Club, and advises aspiring teachers to "never stop learning new things."

 Miranda Hernandez

Set to earn her master's with multiple subject credential this summer, Miranda  talks about distance learning as a student teacher, and how she's adapting under quarantine.