Team member Jessica Davis was named the Educator of the Year by the Nebraska American String Teachers Association, a nonprofit organization that provides resources and events to support string musicians and educators. Mrs. Davis comes to Mandela from the Omaha Conservatory of Music where she is a Violin Artist-Faculty member. She teaches violin and orchestra to Mandela scholars through the conservatory’s String Sprouts Program.
Mrs. Davis is a wonderful teacher. She knows the scholars so well, and she can attend to both their musical needs and their needs as young people. Principal Genevive Core states, “the best thing about Mrs. Davis is she can help any scholar learn to play anything and find a love for their instrument they maybe didn’t even know they had.” When parents speak about Mrs. Davis, they say, “she is truly a gift.” Her passion for music and talent as an educator make her so deserving of this award.
Check out https://www.facebook.com/NelsonMandelaElementary to see previous virtual concerts conducted by Mrs. Davis.