Voters in Knoxville Urged to Back a Local Teacher

Miranda Timmerman has advanced to the quarterfinals of the national “America’s Favorite Teacher” contest and now needs your votes to reach the semifinals.

• Voting Deadline: Tonight at 10 p.m.
• Competition End: May 21, when the winner will be announced.

The Grand Prize

• A visit from Bill Nye, the Science Guy
• $25,000 in cash
• A trip to Hawaii

Timmerman has pledged that $2,000 of any winnings will be donated back to her school.

Why Miranda Chose Teaching

“I want to shape young minds at the very start of their lives, so they grow into empathetic, just, humble, strong, truthful and hopeful adults.”

Her goal extends beyond teaching writing skills; she aims to help students write a better future for the country.

How You Can Help

• Vote once each day if you have a Facebook account.
• Every vote brings her closer to the national title and more resources for her students.

Support Miranda Timmerman by voting today and help a dedicated teacher bring more opportunities to her students.