Mason City Schools Samantha Sanker Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award

MASON, OH -- Mason Elementary School specialized classroom teacher Samantha Sanker has been nominated for National Life Group’s 2024-25 LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence, and leadership.

Sanker was nominated anonymously for her dedication to making students feel loved, understood, and prepared for society.

She organizes field trips, games, crafts, and cooking groups that align with her curriculum and life skills lessons. Sanker’s commitment to her students makes her a truly exceptional educator.

Described as "patient, caring, and compassionate," Sanker’s impact on her students is profound. Her nominator states, "I am constantly amazed by her patience with our students."

About LifeChanger of the Year

Each school year, LifeChanger of the Year receives hundreds of nominations from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Seventeen individual LifeChanger of the Year awards will be given during the 2024-2025 school year.

• (1) Grand Prize Winner – will receive $10,000 to be shared with their school/district.
• (4) Grand Prize Finalists – will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school/district.
• (10) LifeChanger Award Winners – will receive $3,000 to be shared with their school/district.
• (1) Spirit Award Winner – This award is given to the nominee whose community demonstrates the most support for their nomination. The winner will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school/district.
• (1) Spotlight Award Winner – This award is given to a nominee in a specific discipline each year. The winner will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school or district.
  Winners are chosen by a selection committee comprised of former winners and education professionals and will be announced in early 2025. Nominees must be K-12 teachers or school district employees. To be considered for an award, nominees must
  • Make a positive impact on the lives of students
  • Enhance their school or district’s atmosphere, culture, and pride
  • Demonstrate exemplary leadership at the school and/or district level
  • Possess a proven record of professional excellence
  • Show commitment to building a nurturing environment that supports learning
  • Adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards

A resource page with ideas for how to celebrate nominees can be found at http://lifechangeroftheyear.com/showspirit/. Visit here to read Sanker’s nominee profile. If you're interested in nominating someone from your school community, visit www.LifeChangeroftheYear.com. 

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