Sergio Valdes

Teachers, neighbors, coworkers, family members, mentors, friends, coaches. Whoever the people in your life may be, they can always use a bit of encouragement and recognition for the difference they are making in others and in their community. We were able to …

Teachers, neighbors, coworkers, family members, mentors, friends, coaches. Whoever the people in your life may be, they can always use a bit of encouragement and recognition for the difference they are making in others and in their community. We were able to …

Teachers, neighbors, coworkers, family members, mentors, friends, coaches. Whoever the people in your life may be, they can always use a bit of encouragement and recognition for the difference they are making in others and in their community. We were able to …

Jose Arteaga is a man with a heart of gold and a passion for guiding others. Currently an English teacher at Whiting High School, Arteaga has an impressive history of experience that demonstrates his knowledge in various subjects and compassion for serving …

Erin Yanz is a true advocate of nature and animals. The founder and executive director of Erin’s Farm, an animal sanctuary located in Hobart that provides an entertaining and educational experience for all, with decades of …

Stacia Bolakowski is carried strongly by her faith and passion for teaching, and this is reflected by her decades of interacting with and inspiring countless talented individuals. Currently working as the campus minister at Bishop Noll Institute in Hammond …

Having been involved in animal rescue since she was 13, Michelle Duca has a long history of caring for animals, especially cats. She is Founder and Executive Director of the Feline Community Network in Hobart, a feline rescue and …

Eric Clayton Perez proves that having a mission in your life can make it so fulfilling. Besides his work in the sales and marketing industry, Perez devotes his time to leading his non-profit organization, The Stranded Astronaut, which he …

Patricia Aguila-Castellanos has been a Spanish and speech teacher at Bishop Noll Institute in Hammond since 2003 who takes charge and always leaves a tremendous impact on the students she has had in her classroom. She works on combining culture and …

“One safe place for everyone. One tutor for everyone. One road to success for everyone.” This is the motto that Ruth Morris Johnston lives by. She proves that the power of education and willpower of determined teachers can change anyone’s life, no …