Lakewood Teacher Living Her Dream, Despite Her Disability
Mary Gannon, who tutors students at Harding Middle School, was born without arms. It hasn't slowed her down one bit.
Mary Gannon, who tutors students at Harding Middle School, was born without arms. It hasn't slowed her down one bit.
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Colin McEwen
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Ruth
6:55 am on Thursday, September 13, 2012
She is a true inspiration with such a good attitude. Her students are lucky to have her teach them.
Tracey
9:39 am on Thursday, September 13, 2012
Wow! What an inspiration. Thanks, Lakewood Schools, for providing students with such a great role model!
Danita
12:26 am on Friday, September 14, 2012
We all can learn a lesson from Mary. Harding is bless to have Mary Gannon teaching the students. Not only math but with a desire you can achieve anything letting no obstacles getting in your way.
c j aponte
3:23 pm on Friday, September 14, 2012
Fantastic, great inspiration.
dorable
4:22 pm on Friday, September 14, 2012
Mary lives a life of "no fear". She practices the belief to "be not afraid" - quoted many times in the Bible. It is inspiring to watch Mary Gannon accomplish so much. Yeah Mary!!! You go, girl!!
sasha
2:20 pm on Wednesday, September 19, 2012
This is amazing! I was really inspired by this!
Jenny
10:45 am on Friday, September 21, 2012
Wow! Wonderful story...a true inspiration for everyone. I wish her all the best. She makes you realize one can do anything in life.