$5,000 Won By Cedar Creek School Teacher Through Staples Contest

LANOKA HARBOR, NJ — A Cedar Creek School teacher now has $5,000 more to go towards his classroom after winning Staples' "Thank a Teacher" contest.

Fourth grade teacher Greg Carter was one of 20 teachers nationwide selected $5,000 in Staples gift cards for the fourth annual contest, which aims to give parents, students, supporters, and fellow teachers a platform to recognize an outstanding teacher who has made a positive impact inside and outside of the classroom, according to Staples.

"A record-breaking number of heartfelt nominations were submitted that gave accolades to teachers who, despite the uncertainties of the past few years and adjusting to a new normal, have continuously gone above and beyond to give students a successful and positive learning experience," the office supply company said in a news release.

Staples awarded $5,000 in Staples gift cards to each winning teacher's school to restock essential supplies for their classrooms.

"Greg is a 4th grade inclusion teacher who has helped many students with learning disabilities to thrive and excel," Carter's bio reads. "Greg is a wonderful mentor for his students, and even helped one to eventually move to general education classes on the high honor roll. He deserves to be thanked!"

Carter was also the recipient of Cedar Creek School's "Teacher of the Year" award in 2017.

"We're thrilled to be recognizing some outstanding teachers through the Thank A Teacher Contest, helping them to outfit their classrooms with everything they need for the year," said Marshall Warkentin, Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer, Staples US Retail. "Teachers consistently go above and beyond for their students, leaving a lasting impact on their lives. The record-breaking entry response this year is a testament to just how much communities are looking to give back to their teachers."