Rep. Obernolte Honors Lorena Hug of Henderson Elementary School as Teacher of the Month

U.S. Representative Jay Obernolte (CA-08) is proud to honor Lorena Hug of Henderson Elementary School as April’s teacher of the month. Ms. Hug, a resident of Yermo, California, teaches first grade general education and serves as Coordinator of the English Language Learners program.

“Ms. Hug is the type of teacher who is invested in her students’ success well beyond their time in her classroom,” Rep. Obernolte said. “She has gone above and beyond for her students — even paying out of pocket to buy school supplies for those who could not afford them. Ms. Hug is an inspiring example of the unwavering devotion that our teachers have for our children, particularly during this challenging past year, and a true example of a teacher devoted to making her classroom and community a better place.”

Hug has taught at Henderson Elementary since 2001 and has nearly two decades of education experience. Her collaborative approach to education has made her beloved by students and colleagues alike as she has sought ways to better serve her classroom students, all English learners, and the school community. Hug is known for building confidence in her students to strive for their best academic careers and is often remembered by her students well into their collegiate endeavors and beyond.