Congratulations, Ms. Solvej Kristensen for being the recipient of the Legendary Teacher Award for TVUSD.
Ms. Kristensen is the Gifted Teacher at Agua Caliente Elementary School and was nominated by Ms. Jennifer Uhrlaub Schauer, a parent in the district.
"What I’ve always admired most is your patient, thoughtful, and individualized approach to teaching. You take the time to truly understand each student, helping them grow not just academically but also in confidence and creativity" wrote Ms. Uhrlaub Schauer.
Ms. Kristensen joins fellow Legendary Teachers from surrounding districts who are recognized each year by Nicholas I. Clement, Ed. D. Dr. Clement is long time school administrator who spent his career identifying, developing, and mentoring teachers.
He established the Legendary Teacher Awards in 2014 as a way to celebrate teachers who serve our students with legendary virtues each and every day by engaging deeply with students, creating high expectations and instructing students with creative learning activities.
For more information about the Legendary Teacher Awards visit: https://www.legendaryteacher.com/