As a special education teacher, Rachel Berndt’s position requires her to focus not only on learning, but welfare and safety matters. Learn more about what drive’s Berndt’s passion for special education as well as how she strives to make all sorts of connections to best support her students and their families.   

Special thanks goes to the Anoka-Hennepin Educational Foundation for sponsoring the Above & Beyond Awards. Learn more about their work at ahef.us.

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