Teacher receives grant from Lake Michigan Credit Union

Fun Time Early Childhood Academy announced Analiz Perez, a teacher at their Golden Gate location, was selected as one of 25 recipients out of 240 nominees to receive a $1,000 grant from the Lake Michigan Credit Union. Each year, LMCU’s Roots in Education program awards twenty-five $1,000 grants to teachers across Michigan and Florida who embody a specific trait. This year, they are honoring teachers who are “optimistic”. They bring cheerful energy to their classroom, always look for good in others, and approach situations with a positive attitude. The winning teachers go above and beyond and are recognized for their optimism.

“The LMCU Roots in Education program annually awards 25 teachers with a $1,000 grant who embody a specific trait. This year, we’re celebrating teachers who are optimistic. We were impressed by the quality of nominations we received and the impact that educators like Analiz Perez are making in the community. The nomination of Ms. Perez showed the optimism she radiates in the classroom and beyond,” said Matt Cook, vice president, community relations

“We are thrilled to hear about this recognition and the $1,000 grant that Analiz has received from Lake Michigan Credit Union.” said Jessica Campbell, executive director of Fun Time Early Childhood Academy. “It’s truly wonderful to see Analiz’s dedication and positivity in the classroom being honored in this way. We’re incredibly proud of her and grateful to LMCU for recognizing her outstanding contributions.”

“It is such an honor and privilege to receive this award.” stated Analiz “My kids, also known as my students, are the reason I do this, and it is great to see that I am positively impacting their lives as well as the lives of those around them.”