Fonda-Fultonville first grade teacher Mrs. Patty Turnbull is someone who "educates the whole child." She is someone who makes students feel good about themselves, and is interested in their well being. She is someone who works long hours, and makes learning an enjoyable activity rather than a chore.

These are just some of the ways Connie DaBiere described Mrs. Turnbull when she nominated her for "New York Lottery's Educator of the Week" - a segment that airs on WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13.

Recently Mrs. Turnbull learned she would be awarded the honor, and on Wednesday, March 15 she will be the subject of the segment, which airs during the 5:30 p.m. newscast.

DaBiere's daughter Ashley, now in third grade, was in Mrs. Turnbull's class two years ago.

"Her dedication to the teaching profession and devotion to her students is so rare these days," DeBiere wrote in her nomination letter. "She goes above and beyond the call of duty "ALL OF THE TIME," and for no reward or recognition, but for the love of her students."

Mrs. Turnball has been teaching first grade at F-F Elementary School for 30 years. Everyone at FFCSD would like to congratulate Mrs. Turnbull for receiving this recognition.

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