Sacramento, CA – ABC10, in partnership with SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento State’s College of Education, is proud to announce Christina Cook of Mangini Ranch Elementary School in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District as Teacher of the Month for May 2024. In place for 20+ years, Teacher of the Month is one of ABC10’s signature community enrichment initiatives designed to highlight local teachers making a difference in the lives of their students and families.
After being interviewed recently by ABC10’s Mark S. Allen, a seven-time Emmy Award winning member of the news team, an uplifting story about Ms. Cook will air multiple times throughout the month of May.
With more than 25 years of teaching experience, Ms. Cook teaches 1st grade and covers subjects that include reading, writing, math, science, social studies, art, and social emotional learning. In addition, she is an Equity Leader for the district and incorporates lessons about equality, social justice, positive character traits, and kindness. Ms. Cook is known for going above and beyond to help guide her students to become their best selves through character trait education by highlighting the importance of perseverance, gratitude, and citizenship.
When asked about why teachers matter, Ms. Cook replied “Teachers matter because we deeply care about our students. Teachers are creating our future leaders! We give countless hours of ourselves to make sure each student feels seen, heard, and supported. Teachers inspire their students to become successful adults, by being good role models, and by introducing new ideas, big dreams, and achievable pathways for them to pursue as they navigate their educational journey.”
As part of being recognized as Teacher of the Month, Ms. Cook will receive $1,000 from SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union plus will be eligible for the title of ABC10’s Esquire IMAX Teacher of the Year – that includes a $5,000 prize – which will be announced at a special awards ceremony.
To nominate a local teacher in the greater Sacramento/Stockton/Modesto area for an upcoming Teacher of the Month, visit abc10.com/teacherofthemonth.