Excellence in Education nominees wanted

11:15 PM, Nov 25, 2020

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.

Excellence in Education Award Nominations

Michigan Lottery

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — FOX 17 is looking for nominations for Excellence in Education, sponsored by the Michigan Lottery.

If you know a K-12 educator that’s making a difference, just submit their name and what makes them stand out.

Winners receive a $1,500 check from the Michigan Lottery and their classroom will receive a $500 grant.

Click here to nominate an educator for the award.

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