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Norman North High School innovative learning coach Jessica Eschbach was named the 2021 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year during a virtual ceremony Friday. Her smile was hidden by her mask – but her reaction was obvious. “I’m in shock and disbelief,” she said upon learning she had won. I want to thank Norman Public Schools and everyone who helped me on my journey to being a teacher,” she said. Eshbach has taught at the district for seven years. She began as a social studies and English teacher at Alcott Middle School. She later worked as a librarian and teacher at Kennedy Elementary School. In the last year, she has been an innovative learning coach at Norman North. We ve had a lot of pivoting to do, so we ve to work with them on new learning programs and to reach the kids that are still learning at home,” she said. Eschbach was chosen out of 12 finalists. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister made the announcement virtually – a first. She s innovat
High school educator named ‘Oklahoma Teacher of the Year’
Her smile was hidden by her mask – but her reaction was obvious.
“I’m in shock and disbelief,” she said upon learning she had won.
“I want to thank Norman Public Schools and everyone who helped me on my journey to being a teacher,” she said.
Eshbach has taught at the district for seven years. She began as a social studies and English teacher at Alcott Middle School. She later worked as a librarian and teacher at Kennedy Elementary School. In the last year, she has been an innovative learning coach at Norman North.
Feb 19, 2021
Norman Public Schools named its five 2021 District Teacher of the Year finalists Friday, recognizing educators from across disciplines.
The district will name its Teacher of the Year winner at Aprilâs Celebration of Excellence event. The District Teacher of the Year, chosen based on an interview, their portfolio and a video entry, will go on to compete for Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.
âThese exceptional individuals represent the very best of what it means to be an educator,â Superintendent Nick Migliorino said in a statement. âNorman Public Schools teachers are among the best in the state and these five serve as leaders in the profession. We truly appreciate all of our educators and the steadfast support they have provided to our students during a trying year. I am so proud of these finalists and wish them the best as they move forward in the selection process.â