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The best thing about teaching: “It’s those "aha moments!"

Visit our Distinguished Teacher's page and learn more from Terri Edinburgh,special education teacher at Prairie West Elementary School.

Are you pondering if teaching is the right career for you?

Check out our “Decide if Teaching is For You” page! There you will find answers to many questions you may be considering.