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Green Township Special Ed Teacher Helps Students Thrive Beyond Classroom

From a brand partner: Parent Karen Schuessler says Jenna Kelly has helped students gain confidence, life skills and new experiences.

Green Township, New Jersey — Behind every thriving student is someone who believed in them. To celebrate these mentors, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the educators, coaches and role models supporting the next generation.

This submission comes from Karen Schuessler, who nominated Jenna Kelly. Know someone who should be recognized? Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.


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What is the mentor, coach or educator’s name?

Jenna Kelly

What is your relationship to them?

Parent

How have they made an impact?

She is a special ed teacher in Jefferson Middle School’s autism program. They have learned to read, cook, garden, handle their emotions and more in the one year they have had her as a teacher. They have been involved, for the first time, in many extra school events, including the night market, where students make and sell a product.

What are three words that best describe them?

Caring, patient, inspiring.


Thank you for all you do, Jenna Kelly!

Do you know a teacher, coach or mentor making a difference in your community? Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.

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