{"id":36666,"date":"2018-09-13T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2018-09-13T19:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kentreporter.com\/news\/sunrise-elementary-teacher-honored-as-symetra-hero-in-the-classroom\/"},"modified":"2018-09-13T12:30:00","modified_gmt":"2018-09-13T19:30:00","slug":"sunrise-elementary-teacher-honored-as-symetra-hero-in-the-classroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kentreporter.com\/news\/sunrise-elementary-teacher-honored-as-symetra-hero-in-the-classroom\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunrise Elementary teacher honored as Symetra Hero in the Classroom"},"content":{"rendered":"

For the Reporter<\/strong><\/p>\n

Symetra and the Seattle Seahawks honored Sunrise Elementary School teacher Tiffany Evenstad as a Symetra Hero in the Classroom during a school assembly Sept. 7.<\/p>\n

Seahawks mascot Blitz was on hand to help surprise Evenstad, who teaches third grade at the K-6 elementary school in Kent. She is the 250th Puget Sound-area educator celebrated since Symetra established the teacher-recognition program in 2006.<\/p>\n

“Tiffany Evenstad plays an inspirational role in her students’ lives,” said Gina Chau, a parent who nominated Evenstad for the award. “Even though my son is moving into a new grade this school year, Ms. Evenstad has forever left an impact on his education and overall self-esteem. She was able to transform this shy, reserved young student into an active, participating learner who now feels confident in sharing his ideas and answers in the classroom.<\/p>\n

“Ms. Evenstad’s passion for teaching truly shows through her actions. Her ability to incorporate real-life lessons and custom worksheets into her curriculum help bring out each child’s strengths and capabilities and connects her to every student on a personal level. Seeing my son blossom into a confident child has meant a great deal to me as a parent.”<\/p>\n

Symetra Heroes in the Classroom are recognized in front of their students and peers at surprise in-school presentations, and Symetra makes a $2,000 donation to each teacher-Hero’s school for classroom books and supplies. Teachers also receive tickets to a Seahawks home game, where they enjoy a pre-game sideline experience and are acknowledged during on-field presentations at CenturyLink Field. Evenstad will be recognized at the Seahawks’ home opener on Sept. 23, vs. the Dallas Cowboys.<\/p>\n

Teachers may be nominated by their principal, district staff, student or student’s parent. The honorees are selected based on their ability to make a real difference in students’ lives; to go above and beyond in their day-to-day responsibilities; and to help students build life skills.<\/p>\n

Learn more at SymetraHeroes.com\/Seahawks<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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