Excellence in Education: Zach Baker

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 Zach Baker from Fulton Public Schools.

LANSING, Mich. — Zach Baker is being recognized for his Excellence in Education.

Lindsey Schmitt, Zach’s nominator, says, "Zach is such a great teacher who spends endless amounts of hours outside of the classroom ensuring that his students have everything that they need to set them up for success.”

"At every turn where I needed a helping hand, there was somebody there to help me out, and that's why I got into education," says Zach. "I just care about people and want them to be successful."

Zach has received a $1,500 check from the Michigan Lottery, and his class at Fulton Public Schools will receive a $500 grant.

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