CELEBRATING ARICK LITTLE: 2022 TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Pleasanton Virtual Academy’s Arick Little, PUSD’s 2022 Teacher of the Year, helps ignite a passion for learning in students who need more than a traditional classroom setting. Arick has served PUSD for 32 years, beginning
“Now, through the Virtual Academy, Mr. Little helps inspire students to discover a love for learning by following their own unique path.” Arick is a mentor to teachers and students alike. He inspires students through math, identifying where they are in their educational trajectory and helping them excel. Arick is also known for his role in creating a community beyond the classroom, leading fun social activities like hikes. “Arick is an incredible team player. He is positive and caring with his colleagues, and regularly acts to lead our group in helpful constructive dialogue about our practice, goals and mission as a school. He is always diplomatic and encouraging with everyone he encounters.”
his career as a math teacher at Amador Valley High School. He has also served as an Instructional Coach and
“ I have witnessed the most hesitant of math students come to a level of comfort in math, and a renewed belief in their own abilities under Arick’s guidance ”
Integration Specialist as part of the dynamic team who helped the District reimagine education through the pandemic.
“Arick has been instrumental in leading our certificated team in reimagining the ways we support students over the past several years,” said Dr. David Haglund, Superintendent of Schools.
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