Choir teacher with students in top hats

Samantha Samuels, Choir and Communication Arts Teacher at OVMS, has been selected as a Grand Prize Winner in The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation Teacher Innovator Awards sponsored by Raytheon Technologies. Her extraordinary work in and out of the classroom is worthy of this recognition.

 As a Grand Prize winner, Mrs. Samuels will receive a five-day “Innovation Immersion Experience” at The Henry Ford in Dearborn this summer. This involves behind-the-scenes tours, workshops with THF Learning & Engagement staff, and a recognition ceremony. Mrs. Samuels will also receive $1,500 in Amazon gift cards for classroom supplies and select merchandise from The Henry Ford. Congratulations!!