In Midst of Tragedy, Rockford Family Grateful for Teacher’s Compassion

97ZOK's Teacher of the Week from Cherry Valley Elementary is being recognized for her kindness and empathy inside and outside of the classroom.

Congratulations to 97ZOK's Teacher of the Week

Melissa Gamlin from Cherry Valley Elementary School in Rockford, Illinois

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Anastasia Allen nominated Melissa, she writes,

This teacher has helped my family throughout our stressful times. My grandpa had a stroke a couple of months ago and she reached out to my sister's teacher for resources to help us throughout our tough journey. She helped us to find ways to get groceries and Christmas presents for our whole family. She even got us laundry soap, which has been hard to get. We thought Christmas was going to be rough since me and my mom have been working to pay off bills and take care of my grandpa throughout his healing process. It has been tough and she has been such a blessing to us and our family. I really appreciate everything she has done for us. My little sister has had such a hard time adjusting to school and now she loves school because of her! I appreciate her so much. She deserves this nomination for all the love she has in her heart.

Feel Melissa's beautiful soul in her conversation with the Steve Shannon Show below.

97ZOK Teacher of the Week-Melissa Gamlin from Cherry Valley Elementary by Steve Shannon

As Teacher of the Week, Melissa was surprised with a cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes and money to spend at WM Day Spa Salon.

If you would like to nominate your favorite teacher, click HERE.

Click HERE to see past Teachers of the Week.