Middletown Local Hero Makes ‘Huge Impact’ In His School

MIDDLETOWN, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Samon Men, who nominated Chavez Terry Sears of Middletown.

Local hero’s full name

Chavez Terry Sears

Local hero’s home state

Connecticut

Local hero’s Patch

Middletown

How do you know the local hero?

Student's parent

What does the local hero do?

Special Ed Teacher

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

He has a great connection with all of students and tries his hardest to understand them from their perspective or point of views. He's been teaching for over 20 years and still continues to persevere through the pandemic.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

As an educator he has dedicated all his time and energy to teach the younger youth of his community. He makes sacrifices every day and juggles parenting and being an educator. He makes learning easier to understand for his students. Hes making a huge impact in his school.

Thank you for all you do, Chavez Terry Sears!

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