A look back at the 2017-2018 Steve Fordham award winners. Each teacher volunteered to address and write the speech to the award recipients.

Bach III: Alejandro Martínez

“He is a young man that tries to leave this world a little better than how he found it. In other words, is a young man who shows he has honor and is trustworthy.” - Dr. Orloff

Bach II: Tania de la Garza

“Even though conservative, listens with an open mind; even though somewhat shy, strives to reach far away from the comfort zone; even though young, is mature, adult and fierce.” - Ms. Maiz

Bach I: María Giacomán

“Because of her humbleness, many only get a glimpse of all the accomplishments and achievements she​ has done.” - Mr. Constantini

9th: Irene Ruiz

“It is her kind heart that makes her charisma contagious.” - Ms. Sánchez

8th: Juan Ignacio Sandoval

“Without fail his positive side is the one that is always showing. Rarely is he heard making negative comments about himself, his fortunes or others around him.” - Ms. Belden

*Quotes are excerpts from 2018 Steve Fordham speeches.