The Four Peaks Rotary Club has named Fountain Hills Charter School’s Britta Brelo as Teacher of the Month for October 2017.

Input from local principals helps the Four Peaks Rotary Club recognize teachers on a monthly basis throughout the school year. In addition to the recognition, the club provides a $250 check for the teachers’ use.

The Four Peaks Rotary Club Teacher of the Month has the respect of students, parents and peers; brings out the best in each student regardless of individual academic ability and is actively involved in providing and promoting high quality educational opportunities for students in Fountain Hills.

Charter School Teaching Director Shannon Lorance recently spoke with the Rotary Club about why Brelo, who works in the K-1 classroom, was nominated.

“She is caring and loving with her students and she shows true compassion and understanding to each and every one of her students,” Lorance said. “She is extremely patient and wants to make sure that the students not only learn their academic studies, but social skills as well.”

Lorance said Britta is a perfect example of a teacher who always goes above and beyond.

“She continuously comes in early and stays late to make sure her learning environment is perfectly prepared for her students,” Lorance added. “She is willing to do whatever it takes to guide her students and help them to become excellent learners.”

Four Peaks Rotary Club is a volunteer service organization whose motto is, “service above self.” Their website can be found at fourpeaksrotary.org, or anyone interested in learning more about club activities and meeting members can join Rotary for a complimentary breakfast. They meet the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 7 a.m., at Fountain View Village.