Neely Named NAIS “Teacher of the Future”

Brimmer and May is proud to announce that Kelly Neely, Brimmer and May's Humanities Department Co-Director, Director of Global Studies, Director of the Winterim Program, and an 8th and 9th grade history teacher, was selected by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) as part of its annual Teachers of the Future program. 

The 2014-15 NAIS Teachers of the Future were selected from a large pool of nominees who exemplify creativity and innovation in the classroom, inspire academic excellence in students, and who serve as opinion leaders among their colleagues and peers. 

As one of only 35 teachers nationwide chosen for the program, Kelly will participate in a variety of initiatives that will strengthen learning and teaching at independent schools as well as grow their leadership capacities.

Kelly holds a B.S. in Secondary Education in English with minors in Theatre and French from the University of Maine at Farmington and an A.L.M. in History from the Harvard University School of Continuing Education.

NAIS President John Chubb notes, “Teachers nurture our children's growth and development. These exceptional Teachers of the Future are not only preparing children to succeed in life; they are moving the profession forward by modeling innovative practices and leadership among their peers.”
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