Drew County Master Educator 1998-1999
Ruth Phillips, Reading Teacher
Drew Central Upper Elementary
School
Nominators' Comments
"Ruth Phillips, a Title I reading specialist, always has the time for a smile for both students and teachers alike. She is dependable and honest, as well as consistent and fair in her dealings with all. She motivates her students with interesting original curriculum units, shares her students' choral reading abilities with the gifted classes, and pilots new teaching strategies in her class. Soft-spoken and friendly, Mrs. Phillips exudes integrity in her profession, enthusiasm in her attitude, consistence in her focus, and inspiration in her relationships with other teachers. She is well-respected by her peers and well-grounded in who she is."