Excellence in Education: Janine Scott

By Gabriel Rogers

Gabriel Rogers joined FOX 17 in January 2023 after graduating from Grand Valley State University. He received his B.A. in international relations and German Language with a minor in history in Winter 2022. While studying at GVSU, he became an active member at GVTV - the university's student-run television station. There, he was introduced to the world of broadcast journalism and storytelling.

Gabriel has also spent time in Europe; living in Munich, Germany for a year while admitted to the Ludwig Maximilian Universität as a guest student.

His passion for journalism comes from a love of history and international affairs. He also has a love for languages — being proficient in German as well as having studied other languages like Dutch, Pennsylvania German, French, Russian and Italian in the past.

This week's Michigan Lottery Excellence in Education Winner is Janine Scott from the Davis Aerospace Technical High School

Janine Scott is being recognized for her Excellence in Education.

Janine’s nominator, says, “She has sacrificed a lot. Not only has she sacrificed in her personal life, but she also sacrifices daily to ensure that her students have the best education possible.”

“It's easy when you have kids that you love,” says Janine, “My kids come from really tough environments sometimes, but they make it. How can you not be inspired? How can you not be inspired when you watch a child whose life might not be the easiest make it to school every day and try to learn?”

Janine has received a $1,500 check from the Michigan Lottery, and her class at Davis Aerospace Technical High School will receive a $500 grant.

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