Joey Ancel credited Jill Carter, his kindergarten teacher at Chaney-Monge School in Crest Hill, who is now retired, with his love for teaching.

A Lockport music teacher at Walsh Elementary School said the education of teaching has become more dynamic and engaging for students.

Juan Figueroa and Sandy Figueroa's passion for education stems from their own childhood experiences.

Jennifer Errthum, principal at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic School in Plainfield, said it’s rare to find someone as dedicated and compassionate as third grade teacher Lisa Phad.

Lincoln-Way East's Rich Kolimas taught English and coached the boys basketball team for 23 years. Now, he's putting away the playbook while leaving the door open for future opportunities in the classroom

Sandra Almazn makes sure each of her students at Troy Craughwell Elementary School in Joliet have their linguistic and academic needs met.

From our Thank You Teachers special section: Read letters sent by students to Will County teachers thanking them for all they do

Jeffrey Grimes once planned to be a missionary but became a teacher. He calls Joliet Central 'the heartbeat of the community.'

Lockport Township High School math teacher Mary Westberg is retiring after more than 30 years in the district.