Sam Houston was a United States senator, the governor of two states, Texas and Tennessee. And, yet, with all these impressive accomplishments, he wrote that being a teacher in Maryville, Tennessee gave him a higher feeling of dignity and satisfaction than any other office or honor he ever held. Well, this year's National Teacher of the Year, Michele Forman, demonstrates the dignity and satisfaction of teaching. Mrs. Forman teaches social studies at Middlebury Union High, in Middlebury, Vermont. I think I have the best job in the world.
Every day is something new.
Students earn no credit by taking the course. Michele Forman knows her subjects and has high expectations for her students. She believes there must be a mutual trust between teachers and students. She's highly regarded by her colleagues. She's a woman of boundless energy and enthusiasm.