Mr. Manlove is Sterling's 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year!

By Maggie Strauser

           Every year, a single teacher is chosen among others as the Teacher of the Year. It’s a huge honor, since being Teacher of the Year means that a teacher’s hard work is recognized from their teaching to the compassion and love of teaching they have.

From left to right: Mr. Redman, Mrs. Considine,
Teacher of Year Mr. Manlove, Mr. Napoleon, Mr. Spaventa

Mr. Scott Manlove, the quirky English teacher that nearly the entire school knows, was awarded the Teacher of The Year award for the 2012-2013 school year. He hadn't expected it, and was completely surprised. He recalled it to me as being like a parade.

When asked how he felt about winning the award, Mr. Manlove readily replied, "I was very shocked because I feel as though I'm not very deserving of it." However, anyone who knows this humorous teacher would know that he's one of the best candidates for the spotlight this year! He's a hardworking, dedicated teacher who loves what he does. He thoroughly enjoys that the school lets him be himself, and he's happy to teach the students here at Sterling.

I also asked him whether or not he enjoyed the massive amount of attention that he's gotten since the announcement, and he answered that, while he doesn't particularly enjoy being the center of attention, he's extremely honored to be teacher of the year.

Mr. Manlove, 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year

When asked if he had any words of wisdom or advice that he lives by, he answered, "A good laugh or a long nap can cure everything." And I certainly don't disagree!

Mr. Manlove's final statement about the whole ordeal was: "I'm fully appreciative of everyone's effort, kind words, and thoughts." Congratulations, Mr. Manlove!