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<p>FREELAND &#8212; MMI Preparatory School English instructor Jennifer Novotney was one of only 13 teachers from across the country to receive the National High School Teacher of Excellence Award from the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).</p><p>The NCTE honors recipients with the High School Teacher of Excellence Award to recognize and celebrate exceptional high school classroom teachers. Novotney accepted her award during the annual conference in Atlanta in November where she was also a general session presenter during the second day of the four-day convention.</p><p>In his nomination remarks, MMI Assistant Head of School Charles Seidel said Novotney &#8220;is an exceptional teacher who always strives to bring out the best in her students. Additionally, she is always seeking to learn new methods and pedagogy and enjoys sharing her new insights with those around her. She is creative with her lessons, but sees her students as much more than vessels to be filled. She seeks to develop critical thinking skills, communication, collaboration, and creativity in all she does.&#8221;</p><p>Novotney joined the MMI faculty in the summer of 2013. She previously worked at Misericordia University as a coordinator of writing and adjunct English instructor, as well as The Pennsylvania State University at Hazleton as an adjunct English instructor. Prior to her move east, Novotney taught English at Panorama High School in California.</p><style>
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MMI Prep teacher Jennifer Novotney receives National High School Teacher of Excellence Award