EAST MOLINE, Ill. — An East Moline teacher has been awarded a prestigious award naming her as among the best in the state for her hard work and dedication.
Glenview Middle School sixth, seventh and eighth-grade teacher Margarita Mojica was awarded the annual Golden Apple Award.
Golden Apple is an Illinois nonprofit committed to preparing, honoring and supporting exemplary educators who advance educational opportunities for students.
Margarita is one of 10 award recipients in Illinois.
Normally winners are surprised with the news at school, but this year for the first time in Golden Apple’s history, the awardees are being celebrated by teachers, students, and parents in a drive-by parade in front of the school.
Mojica was also a nominee for the 2020 Jefferson Awards.