[VIDEO] Nanuet Community Star: Debi Levy, Teacher

In an effort to give special people who go above and beyond the recognition they deserve, Patch will feature stories of outstanding members of the community.

Today we feature Debi Levy, a local teacher who has made a difference, sent in by Andrew Levy.

Who is your favorite teacher?

I would like to nominate Debra Levy – 5th Grade Teacher from Nanuet.

Where does she teach?

5th grade in Nanuet.

Why is she your favorite?

Not only does Debi really care about teaching during the school day, but also helping the community. Te Make-A-Wish project was one example of the value that she brings to the schools and community.

Another example of Debi’s love for education beyond the classroom is a program that she started along with another Nanuet teacher and resident while teaching 6th grade back in 2011:

http://patch.com/new-york/nanuet/barr-6th-graders-release-classroom-raised-trout

She has been teaching in Nanuet over 25 years and I can’t tell you how many times former students who are adults today have come up to Debi and told her how special of a teacher she was and a very important part of the lives.

I am very lucky to be married to Debi for over 28 years and am extremely proud of her and the community she serves.

~Andrew Levy

Would you like to see your favorite teacher, volunteer fire fighter or outstanding member of the community featured as a Community Star? Email wendy.mitchell@patch.com.

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