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Dr. Kelly Taylor Named Hazelwood School District Teacher of the Year
Dr. Kelly Taylor, a science teacher at Hazelwood West High School, has been named the Hazel- wood School District (HSD) 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year.
“I am truly humbled to receive this honor and thankful to be selected to represent the amaz- ing educators in the Hazelwood School District,” Dr. Taylor said. “The passion, resilience, and perseverance of my students are what drives me to be a better educator and a better person.” Dr. Taylor, who has been with HSD since 2016, teaches Honors Biology, Principles of Bio- medical Science, and AP Environmental Science, which is a dual enrollment course through University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL). Additionally, Dr. Taylor serves as a science instructor for UMSL’s Bridge Program.
The building-level teachers of the year and Dr. Taylor were honored by HSD during a virtual event on Feb. 4.
“Dr. Taylor is an outstanding educator and role model for both students and colleagues,” said Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart, Superintendent of HSD. “Her commitment to our district and students is awe-inspiring.”
The Arnold, Mo. native earned a bachelor’s degree from UMSL and advanced degrees from Washington University and Maryville University. To view Dr. Taylor’s acceptance speech, click here.
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