Title: Fourth-Grade Teacher

Company: Mat-Su Borough School District

Location: Palmer, AK, United States

Palmer, AK, September 26, 2013, Sharon S. Russell, Fourth-Grade Teacher at Mat-Su Borough School District, has been recognized by Elite American Educators for dedication, achievements and leadership in elementary education.

Ms. Russell has dedicated 46 years of service to the education industry. Her aspiration to teach and get involved in the education industry stemmed from her family background. Ms. Russell knew early in life she wanted to be a teacher who not only educated her students, but who also motivated them to excel in all aspects of their lives. She attributes all the success she has experienced throughout her career to her desire to enhance students’ education.

For her exceptional teaching abilities, Ms. Russell won the Alaska Teacher of the Year Award from Wal-Mart in 2005. Ms. Russell’s educational achievements include a master’s degree in elementary education, plus 24, at the University of Alaska and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education at Southern Oregon University.

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