LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– An Eaton County instructor received the Excellence in Training Award from the Michigan Lottery.
Erik Smith is a highschool enterprise and media instructor and coach at Eaton Rapids Excessive College. Smith was acknowledged for giving again to the neighborhood during which he was born and raised.
“Mr. Smith’s positive energy and attitude profoundly impact his students every day,” stated Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli in a information launch despatched to six Information.
“His dedication goes far beyond the classroom, as he coaches throughout the year to help students realize their full potential.”
Eaton County Educator Wins Excellence in Training Award/ Michigan Lottery.
Shkreli stated Smith was nominated for the award by his father.
Erik is in his nineteenth 12 months of educating, all at Eaton Rapids Excessive College. He graduated from ERHS in 1998 and determined he needed to offer again to the neighborhood that gave him a lot as he grew.
He has taught many topics all through the years, however his growth of Studio 143 exemplifies his dedication to his college students. Studio 143 produces a every day college information program that’s broadcast all through the college.
College students get to write down, produce and current the highlights of the college day and after college actions. College students co-host this system and achieve worthwhile on-air expertise.
Studio 143 additionally produces a month-to-month program that options college students interviewing members in class actions. Reporters and digicam operators go on location current segments for presentation on an expanded information program.
Many college students wish to take this elective class and there is all the time a ready record. Erik additionally teaches an Superior Digital media class. This class permits college students to develop concepts by means of scripts after which by means of filming and current their work in brief movies.
Erik can be the instructor editor of the college’s newspaper, The Bark. He additionally finds time to educate soccer, basketball and observe at Eaton Rapids Public Faculties. The scholars present their appreciation by packing his classroom throughout lunch as he promotes a feel-good angle.
Smith earned a bachelor’s diploma from Michigan State College and a grasp’s diploma from Aquinas Faculty.
