Wheeler High School’s Wendy Sorkin has been named 2017 teacher of the year by the Marriott Foundation on behalf of the Bridges From School to Work program.
She was honored last week at a special dinner at the Atlanta Airport Marriott. More from a release from Wheeler:
“The Bridges From School to Work program, part of the Marriott Foundation, has been working collaboratively to transform the lives of young adults with disabilities through the power of a job. The Foundation recognizes teachers that help students match the workforce development needs of local employers with the skills and interest of our young people with disabilities.
“Since 1996, more than 760 local employers have provided employment opportunities for over 2,700 youth, helping these young people with disabilities succeed in the workplace.”
