Guidance counselor receives educator award

Jericho High School guidance counselor Brian Deaner was recently named a Coca-Cola Educator of Distinction by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. This award recognizes outstanding teachers dedicated to providing education with an enhanced purpose.

Jericho High School senior Kevin Zhu was named a Coca-Cola Scholar, one of only 150 students who are creating positive change in their communities and around the world. He received $20,000 for this recognition. After being named a scholar, the students then have the opportunity to nominate a teacher, coach, principal or counselor that inspired and encouraged them most as their Educator of Distinction. Kevin nominated Mr. Deaner, his guidance counselor, and he was named a winner!