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2023-24 Milken Educators
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Joseph Kielminski (NV '23)
Teacher, Foothill High School | Henderson, NV
Special education teacher and department chair Joseph Kielminski is dedicated to fostering belonging and pride among students at Foothill High School in Henderson. Kielminski received a Milken Educator Award on April 12, 2024.
He works to expose students to new experiences and initiatives — like the Special Olympics and Best Buddies programs, video production and ceramics classes, sign language club, a classroom garden, hot beverage cart service and a campus cleanup group. Kielminski encouraged his students’ attendance and participation at the National Division on Career Development and Transition Conference in Reno, where students gained leadership experience while conducting meetings and advocating for their needs. As a Summit Transition Program teacher leader and PLC leader, Kielminski’s knowledge of data collection, Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, classroom management, and professional development on Nevada Educator Performance Framework and English language learner best practices contribute to the overall success of his team and those he mentors.
Kielminski earned his Bachelor of Arts in history and a Master of Arts in teaching autism from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2013 and 2019, respectively.
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