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Terra Linda Teacher Receives Teacher of the Year Award

Over 60 teachers awarded for excellence from around the county.

Darren Foti, Neighbor
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The annual Marin County Golden Bell Awards, May 26, put on the by County Office of Education, recognize teachers from every school in Marin County for outstanding achievement.

Maria Sharp Tinnel of Terra Linda high school recieved a Teacher of the Year Award at the ceremnony. A decade before, Tinnel graduated to be a teacher on the very stage where she received the award.

In addition to Tinnel, more than 68 other teacherswere recognized for their achievements in education. The late Barbara McCune was selected as the classified employee of the year. It was the first time a Golden Bell has been awarded posthumously.

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