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We think it's important to highlight teachers in our community who are making a difference in the lives of students. Kathy Kennedy has been teaching at Washington High School for twenty years. She has served students in the special education department for years and her impact has been extraordinary! For more information visit: http://www.doe.in.gov/toy and http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-5683_13651_38018---,00.html Help recognize an Excellent Michiana Teacher: educationcount@wnit.org

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Kathy Downey
Kathy Downey homeschools her children and shares her journey with reporter, Monica Murphy.
Date uploaded: February 13, 2017
Organization: Homeschooling

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