Westminster College Phi Delta Kappa Announces "Teacher of the Year"

Tammy L. Mild, a reading specialist with the West Middlesex Area School District, has received the Westminster College Phi Delta Kappa "Teacher of the Year Award."

"Tammy exhibits a passion for learning and teaching that is infused in everything she does," said Dr. Linda Domanski, member of Phi Delta Kappa and assistant professor of education at Westminster College.  "She is truly a dedicated professional who leads and inspires those around her."

Mild, who has been teaching eight years, earned her undergraduate degree, master's degree in education, and a reading specialist certification from Slippery Rock University,   She is also certified by the Northeast Foundation for Children as a teacher consultant, and is nationally-certified responsive classroom presenter and trainer.

Mild was nominated by Jane Martin, curriculum coordinator at West Middlesex and long-time member of Phi Delta Kappa.  Mild began her teaching career at Greenville, where she piloted K-1 looping and the all-day kindergarten program.  She is also a literacy advocate, who has given local presentations on literacy, classroom management and staff development for area schools.

She and her husband, Brad, who is also a teacher, live in Hermitage with their two children. 

Phi Delta Kappa International is a professional organization for educators of all levels, and is committed to leadership, service, and research in education.  Chapters are located throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.   The association works to promote quality education with a particular emphasis on publicly supported education, as essential to the development and maintenance of a democratic way of life.

For more information, contact Domanski at (724) 946-7182 or e-mail domanslp@westminster.edu.

Tammy Mild & Jane Martin