Washoe County Teachers Honored for Dedication to Education
Reno, Nev. (October 26, 2023) — De Castroverde Law Group, a personal injury and immigration law firm with offices in Reno and Las Vegas, is proud to announce the winners of the first Teacher Appreciation Awards in Washoe County. This is the first year De Castroverde is honoring Washoe County teachers after hosting the Teacher Appreciation Awards in Clark County since 2017.
The 2023 winners in Washoe County are:
-
Grand Prize: Aaron Grossman, Ted Hunsberger Elementary School
-
Prize: $750 for classroom supplies + $250 Amazon Gift Card
-
-
Runner Up: Elizabeth Lepe, Elizabeth Lenz Elementary School
-
Prize: $500 for classroom supplies + $200 Amazon Gift Card
-
-
Honorable Mention: Amy Blanchard, Spanish Springs Elementary School
-
Prize: $250 for classroom supplies + $100 Amazon gift card
-
“We could not be more proud of the incredible educators across Washoe County School District, and we are excited to honor these teachers,” said Orlando De Castroverde, partner at De Castroverde Law Group. “Teachers have played a pivotal role in the lives of everyone here at De Castroverde Law Group. Our entire firm is so happy to uplift our community’s educators.”
The Teacher Appreciation Awards were established in order to highlight the crucial impact that teachers have on molding students’ minds and futures. Initiated by the De Castroverde Law Group, this program serves as a way to show appreciation for the dedicated efforts of educators in Washoe County, ensuring that their relentless dedication to their students and schools are properly recognized. This year’s awards garnered numerous nominations, underscoring the remarkable talent and unwavering dedication within the teaching community, making the selection process all the more significant.
This year’s winners plan to use their prize money for office supplies and general classroom betterment. Grand prize winner Aaron Grossman is using his prize funds for a classroom computer refresh, giving students access to a number of online district resources.
The recipients of the Teacher Appreciation Awards for the year 2023 in Washoe County embody the pinnacle of educational excellence. All three educators were noted in their nominations as cultivating high-achieving students, as well as ensuring the mental health and comfort of all students are prioritized throughout their education. The Grand Prize winner, Aaron Grossman, was specifically highlighted for creating a classroom website and YouTube channel, dedicated to providing a plethora of free materials to other teachers.
“Nevada has been facing a teacher shortage for many years,” said Alex De Castroverde, partner at De Castroverde Law Group. “By uplifting Nevada’s teachers, you uplift all of Nevada. Their commitment goes far beyond the classroom, willingly investing in the well-being and success of each child under their care.”
De Castroverde Law Group warmly extends its sincere congratulations to all the honorees of the 2023 Teacher Appreciation Awards. To learn more about the 2023 Teacher Appreciation Award winners, visit www.dlgteam.com/dlg-teacher-appreciation-award/.
# # #
About De Castroverde Law Group: Brothers Alex and Orlando De Castroverde founded the law firm in 2005, building on the practice established by their father, Waldo De Castroverde. De Castroverde Law Group practices in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and immigration law. With more than five decades of combined legal experience, De Castroverde Law Group provides aggressive, dependable legal representation. The firm has two offices in Las Vegas, one in Henderson, one in Reno and one in Oakland, California. A majority of the firm’s attorneys are fluent in Spanish. For more information on De Castroverde Law Group, call (702) 222-9999 or visit www.dlgteam.com.
