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Congratulations to Will Walker, our 2025 Jefferson’s Columbia Teacher of the Year!

Mr. Walker teaches sixth grade English Language Arts at Mount Pleasant Middle School.

Mr. Walker had an outpouring of nominations from his students. Many of his students mentioned that Mr. Walker is a great storyteller and makes them laugh–here are some of our other favorite facts and stories from his nomination pool. Mr. Walker:

• Wears mismatched socks to remind his students that embracing originality is a good thing.
• Organized a trip to a local bookstore.
• Brought in his collection of vintage books for a lesson.
• Loves motorcycles, golf, and Ohio State.

One nominator summarized Mr. Walker’s good-humored care aptly: “​​Mr. Walker’s dedication to his students is truly remarkable. He always goes the extra mile, whether it’s staying late to help a student struggling with a concept or organizing fun, engaging activities to make learning more enjoyable. His passion for literature is infectious, and he creates a supportive classroom environment where everyone feels comfortable taking risks and expressing their ideas. He’s more than just a teacher; he’s a mentor and a friend to his students!”

Please join us in congratulating Will Walker for his incredible impact in the classroom and beyond! 

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Every year, in honor of National Coaches’ Day, Jefferson’s Columbia recognizes a coach who goes above and beyond for their athletes and their community. These coaches have made an impact on their players’ lives on and off the field and have been nominated by school and community members.