Congratulations to the recipients of the Inspiring Teacher Award, presented by @MJtheMusical! ❤️ @JimmyAwards

Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Kristy Kosko of Greece Arcadia High School in Rochester, NY, and Peter Smeallie of Albert Einstein High School in Washington, D.C., were introduced by Samuel Nelson lll honored for providing valuable guidance and encouragement to their students and school communities. Kristy and Peter were nominated for their recognition last spring by 2025 Jimmy Award nominees.

Congratulations to the recipients of the Inspiring Teacher Award, presented by @MJtheMusical! ❤️

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