āCongratulations to Mrs. Julie Cherrington and Mrs. Lesa Jezequel, Dater Schoolās Governorās Educators of the Year!
Why it matters: The New Jersey Governor's Educator of the Year Awards program recognizes outstanding professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication, skill, and a positive impact on their school communities.
What's happening: During last nightās Board of Education meeting, Dater School students introduced our honorees and emphasized why these awards are so well-deserved.
šLesa Jezequel - 2024-25 Governorās Educator of the Year
What theyāre saying: āMrs. Jezequel goes above and beyond for her students. For example, during reading she gives us choices that work best for us like read alouds and PDF copies of books. She is so involved with Dater School outside of the classroom too. She works with the school play and makes the costumes, and makes sure we feel her support outside of school by coming to our sports events. When I think of an amazing teacher, I think of Mrs. Jezequel. This year has made me the best version of myself in order to be prepared for Smith next year. Thank you Mrs. Jezequel for everything you do.ā - Julia Cardinali, 5th Grade
šJulie Cherrington - 2024-25 Governorās Educational Services Professional of the Year
What theyāre saying: āMrs. Cherrington. Whenever I say that name, 1 million positive words come to mind. She is welcoming, kind, smart, resilient, and helps our school in so many ways words can't explainā¦Mrs. Cherrington, I wish you were like my pencil case, I want to bring you right along with me to sixth grade. Boy will I miss you! Thank you for the way you care for all of us deeply. You not only impact my school experience, you impact me as a person.ā - Alexa English, 5th Grade\
šThank you to Mrs. Jezequel and Mrs. Cherrington for going above and beyond every day!