Staff Member Receives National Award for World Language Advocacy

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As part of the 2020 JNCL-NCLIS (Joint National Committee for Languages and National Council for Languages and International Studies) Language Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C., the national J. David Edwards Power of Advocacy Award was presented to Thompson School District staff member Toni Theisen for her tireless dedication to the field of World Language. Her work has made a difference in classrooms on a national scale. Describing the award, the presenters said, “Toni exudes grassroots advocacy. Through mentoring new teachers, leading workshops and officially recognizing the next generation of leaders, Toni demonstrates a seemingly tireless energy to positively impact language education at the local, state and federal levels. She is also active online, sharing and shaping the discussion around language education.”