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SOUTH JERSEY EDUCATION COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Cherokee High School’s Teacher of the Year Mr. Marc Jarvis

Our new print issue will feature “Goodbye Summer, Hello School!” content about the end of the summer season and gearing up for back to school in our communities.

For that reason, we’ve decided to put a strong focus on our Community Spotlight category of “Education.” Schools are truly the backbone of so many communities. So without further ado, let’s shine a light on our teachers, administrators, support staff and parent volunteers who selflessly dedicate themselves to our kids!


Mr. Jarvis was nominated by Cherokee Assistant Principal/Supervisor of English Mr. Dave New.

“Mark Jarvis has spent 24 years teaching Geometry and SAT prep at Cherokee, his alma mater, where he’s known for his unwavering support of both students and colleagues. He’s passionate about bringing the latest educational theories and best practices into his lessons, creating a positive impact every day in the classroom and helping fellow teachers grow. As a track coach, Mark has led his teams to state and national titles, motivating athletes to push past their limits. His commitment to our Cherokee community is exceptional, and he inspires his students and athletes to give back, leaving a lasting impact well beyond the classroom and track.”


Community Spotlights

If you know someone you think we should shine our Community Spotlight on, email us at [email protected].

Right now we’re focusing on our South Jersey Educators category, which we’ll continue to run now and through the beginning of fall. So if you know someone who deserves a special shout-out, get in touch!

We’re also always looking for nominees in the following categories:

First Responders: Police, Fire, EMT, Dispatch, Active Military

Food Service Industry Workers: Waitstaff, Bussers, Servers, Chefs, Cooks, Dishwashers

Volunteers: Nonprofit Workers, Youth Sports Coaches, Scout Leaders, PTO Volunteers

Public Servants: Elected Officials and Support Staff at every Government Agency serving South Jersey at the Municipal, County, State and Federal levels

Healthcare Workers: Nurses, Medical Assistants, Administrative Support Staff

Beverage Service Industry Workers: Anyone who works in a Bar, Coffee Shop, Brewery, Winery or Distillery