Ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher? Meet Ms. Monneka Meeks, a middle school science teacher at Pee Dee Math, Science and Technology Academy in Bishopville, South Carolina. She's not just teaching science; she's teaching her students to understand and appreciate different cultures. Born in Jamaica, Ms. Meeks moved to the U.S. four years ago. It wasn't easy at first, but she won her students over with her kindness and dedication.

Ms. Meeks believes in helping her students develop lifelong skills, like how to relate to people from different cultures. She wants them to be open to others, even if they're not American. This isn't just about science; it's about life. The Albert family saw her potential right away. Julisa Albert, whose daughter attends the academy, thinks Ms. Meeks is a great teacher. Her daughter, Ja'Niya, agrees, saying Ms. Meeks has a good heart.

Ms. Meeks doesn't just teach in the classroom; she supports her students outside of it too. She goes to their volleyball games and surprised Ja'Niya at her all-star game. Ms. Meeks doesn't teach for recognition, but when she gets it, it touches her heart. Born into a family of educators, she taught in Jamaica for three years before coming to the U.S. She always wanted to be a pediatrician, but teaching was her next calling.

Ms. Meeks has been teaching for seven years and has a great relationship with her kids. She wants to experience different cultures and bring her own into the classroom. The Alberts think she's not just a good teacher, but also a passionate person.

Meet Ms. Monneka Meeks: The Science Teacher Who's Changing Lives

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