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Middletown ASL Teacher Praised For Kindness And Student Support
From a brand partner: Lauren Gagliardi helps students feel welcomed, supported and confident as they prepare for high school.

Middletown, New Jersey — Behind every thriving student is someone who believed in them. To celebrate these mentors, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the educators, coaches and role models supporting the next generation.
This submission comes from Julie Welsh, who nominated Lauren Gagliardi. Know someone who should be recognized? Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.
What is the mentor, coach or educator’s name?
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Lauren Gagliardi
What is your relationship to them?
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Parent
How have they made an impact?
She has truly been the most special teacher for my son this year as his ASL teacher and a mentor for transitioning to high school.
What are three words that best describe them?
Inclusive. Considerate. Kind.
Thank you for all you do, Lauren Gagliardi!
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