Presentation of Mary Academy in Hudson announced that its athletic director, Steven Gaudreau, was awarded the VFW Teacher of the Year Award for his role at Pelham Memorial School, where he teaches social studies.

“His selection comes as a confirmation of his varied abilities, gifts and talents,” said PMA’s principal, Sister Maria Rosa. “For those of us who have worked with Steve, we know this selection is a tribute to his professionalism, his skills, his commitment to
children and caring
ways, and serves as an inspiration to all of us at PMA.”

Exceptional teachers are recognize by the Veterans of Foreign Wars each year for their commitment to teach Americanism and patriotism to their students. The VFW annually recognizes the nation’s top classroom elementary, junior high and high school teachers who teach citizenship education topics and promote America’s history, traditions and institutions effectively.