SOTA’s Robert Arrendell a Semi-Finalist in America’s Favorite Teacher Contest

Written by on April 24, 2025

Robert Arrendell, a beloved science teacher at Rochester School of the Arts, is among the semi-finalists for Reader’s Digest’s “America’s Favorite Teacher” competition. The winner will receive $25,000, a Reader’s Digest feature, a trip to Hawaii, and a school visit from Bill Nye the Science Guy. Arrendell plans to use the prize money to support his students—funding scholarships, classroom materials, field trips, and community engagement programs. His dedication to student success and science education has earned him widespread admiration in the Rochester community. Voting closes in two days, and supporters can cast their vote on the competition’s official website.

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Source: Rochester First


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