Excellence in Education: Miranda Johnson

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.

Miranda Johnson of Caro Alternative High School is this week's Excellence in Education award winner!

CARO, Mich. — Miranda Johnson is being recognized for her Excellence in Education.

Haidyn Nowlen, Johnson’s nominator, says, “Ms. Johnson is one of the most selfless, amazing, caring, loving teachers I could ever have the most amazing opportunity of meeting.”

“You know, it's a thankless job, and you don't hear amazing words from your students very often,” says Miranda. “What a humbling experience to know that I got one at least, you know?”

Miranda has received a $1,500 check from the Michigan Lottery, and her class at Caro Alternative High School will receive a $500 grant.

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