Teacher Of The Week: Mrs. Jennifer Wasserman

WEST ISLIP, NY — Everybody has a favorite teacher — maybe it's a teacher who went out of their way to make one student's day or a teacher who brightens up a classroom, whether virtually or in-person, every day.

One teacher who deserves a shout-out is Mrs. Jennifer Wasserman, an English teacher at West Islip High School. She was nominated by Nicole Marino.

Here's what Marino had to say about Mrs. Wasserman:

My daughter is a senior and is so motivated and inspired by Mrs. Wasserman during a time that has been difficult to be motivated.Mrs Wasserman not only “talks the talk” of focusing on the students social emotional well beings but also “walks the walk”. She encourages the students to write and discuss how they are feeling and what their hopes and dreams are. She takes the students outside on a nice day to have a change of scenery and continue to learn in a fresh air setting.Students and teachers are both facing many challenges in the last year but Mrs. Wasserman tries to makes things as normal, positive and uplifting as possible. My daughter and I both appreciate that.

Congratulations to Mrs. Wasserman! Thank you for all that you do!

Do you have a special teacher you think deserves a shout-out for Teacher of the Week? Email priscila.korb@patch.com to nominate your favorite teacher.