Eric, who uses a wheelchair, never lets his disability limit him. This year's winners are:Įric Cavalli, Adapted Physical Education at Manor ISD, Manor, TX – In a world where our disabilities may seem to define us, Eric has made it his mission to show his students that this doesn't have to be the case. They were all selected based on their embodiment of the key characteristics of a teacher lighthouse – someone who is humble, steady, and seeks no recognition for the work they do. Students, families, colleagues, and school and district administrators nominated the 10 winners.
"I am thrilled that Carmen and I were able to work with HMH to recognize the impact that these teachers are having on students, schools and communities." "As I read through the nominations, I felt as if I was brought into the classrooms of each teacher, and was in awe of their daily commitments," said Steve Pemberton, acclaimed speaker and author of The Lighthouse Effect. Committed to the success of students in every part of their lives, these teachers serve as a guiding force to those around them, inspiring them to be lighthouses to others. You will reflect on the lighthouses in your own life and be reminded that the greatest heroes are alongside us-and within us.Over 500 teachers-all of whom demonstrated extraordinary work both inside and outside of the classroom-were nominated for the awards. This year's winners have shown a commitment to going above and beyond for their students. With a unique vision for building up individuals and communities and restoring trust, The Lighthouse Effect opens your eyes to those who are quietly heroic.
The humble gestures of kindness that change the course of our lives can shift the course for America too. Through stories of people like John and several others, you will identify how the hardships you have overcome equip you to be a "human lighthouse," inspiring those around you. John gave Steve a safe harbor after Steve escaped an abusive foster home and together they navigated a new path that led to personal and professional success. Steve Pemberton found a lighthouse in an ordinary man named John Sykes, his former high school counselor. We are adrift in a dark sea of disillusionment and distrust and we need "human lighthouses" to give us hope and direct us back to the goodness in each other and in our own hearts. Our polarized, divisive culture seems to be without heroes and role models. In this stirring follow-up to his memoir, Steve Pemberton gives practical encouragement for how you can be a "human lighthouse" for others and through these inspiring stories will renew your hope for humanity.
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