Belen Jesuit Preparatory School

Outstanding Educator Named

Teresa Martinez | Director of Communications
Congratulations to Social Studies Teacher and Model United Nations Moderator Ann Kenna, who has been selected for the University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award! An Outstanding Educator shapes young minds in meaningful ways—thoughtfully approaching instruction, sharing an infectious love for learning, and caring for students inside and outside the classroom.

“I couldn’t be prouder of Ann and her dedication to the vocation of teaching,” said Principal José E. Roca ‘84. “This is a well-deserved recognition and a wonderful example of a Jesuit educator making an impact and difference in the lives of our students.”

Each year, newly admitted UChicago students can reflect on their time in school and nominate an educator who played a significant role in their education, positively impacted their lives, and influenced them to where they are today. Ms. Kenna stood out among incredible, capable, and inspiring educators!

All award winners receive a commemorative award, certificate, and letter that includes details from the student who nominated them. Previous winners include Br. Mike Martinez, S.J. ‘09, Carlos Maza, Sylvie San Juan and Cristina Busto.
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BELEN JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL
500 SW 127th Avenue, Miami, FL 33184
phone: 305.223.8600 | fax: 305.227.2565 | email: webmaster@belenjesuit.org
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School was founded in 1854 in Havana, Cuba by Queen Isabel II of Spain.  The task of educating students was assigned to the priests and brothers of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), whose teaching tradition is synonymous with academic excellence and spiritual discipline.  In 1961, the new political regime of Cuba confiscated the School property and expelled the Jesuit faculty.  The School was re-established in Miami the same year, and over the next decade, continued to grow.  Today, Belen Jesuit sits on a 30-acre site in western Dade County, only minutes away from downtown Miami.