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Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2008) - Lewis Chappelear, the 2008 California Teacher of the Year met with Congressman Brad Sherman following a White House Ceremony in which the California high school educator was recognized as one of four National Teacher of the Year finalist for 2008. This national award sponsored by the Council of Chief State School Officers has been presented in Washington, DC since 1952.
While presenting Chappelear with a flag that had flown over the Capitol, Congressman Sherman praised the Monroe High School teacher saying, "Lewis has described teaching as 'being an ambassador for humanity.' We need more ambassadors like Lewis in our schools. We need teachers like Lewis to not only educate our children, but inspire them to greatness."
Chappelear's school James Monroe High School in North Hills, California, is located in Congressman Sherman's district. The eight-year education veteran is currently teaching engineering and design and has been teaching at Monroe High School for seven years.
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