LMHS Teacher Wins U of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award

ARDMORE, PA – Many Lower Merion School District high schoolers were named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, but one of LMSD's teacher was recently honored as well.

Lower Merion High School social studies teacher John Grace was recently named a recipient of the University of Chicago's Outstanding Educator Award, which is given to educators across the country as a result of a written nomination from a student, according to the district.

For more than 30 years, the University of Chicago has invited students to nominate an educator who has influenced them, challenged them, or helped them along the path towards intellectual growth.

Each year, more than a third of the incoming class responds with stories of their teachers that are truly inspiring, the district said.

According to the University of Chicago's website, recipients of the Outstanding Educator Award "think carefully about their instruction. They share an infectious love for learning. They care about their students, both inside and outside the classroom. Outstanding educators go beyond everyday teaching and leave an impression that is carried over a lifetime."

Along with his exemplary work in the classroom, Grace also serves as the head coach and faculty coordinator of the award-winning Lower Merion Players theatre organization, according to the district.

Congratulations Mr. Grace!

Photo by Anna O’Hora/LMSD Office of School and Community Relations