You are Melissa Schemmenti.

You are a devoted, confident, and strong leader. You may be known for your ability to build lasting relationships no matter where you are. You understand that great leaders can’t be successful on their own.

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Schemmenti

Melissa's Key Strengths

The best part about Melissa is her strength and confidence. Her lived experiences are an essential part of her identity that have paved the way for her to not just guide her students, but believe in them. Do you have similar qualities? Learn how to sell your strengths to an employer.

If You Were A Teacher...

If you were a teacher, your greatest superpower would be your ability to earn your students’ respect. They would know that your commitment to their education and futures would be genuine.

Whether you are Melissa, Janine, Gregory, Barbara, or Jacob, each character shares their passion and commitment to fuel the potential of their students. This quiz is more than just a way to see which character you are most like. It's a celebration of the incredible work our teachers do every day, even in the face of budget cuts and obstacles. It's a tribute to their unwavering dedication, their resilience, and their ability to always show up for their students.

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You are Janine Teagues.

You are a determined, optimistic, and charismatic leader. You may be known for your “glass half full” approach to life. You face problems head-on, with a good attitude and creative solutions.

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Janine Teagues

Janine's Key Strengths

The best part about Janine is her optimism. She seeks to find creative solutions to old problems, refusing to accept that the status quo can’t be changed. The people closest to her benefit from her tenacity and eagerness to make things better. Does that sound like you? Learn how to sell your strengths to an employer.

If You Were A Teacher...

If you were a teacher, not only would your students feel safe and cared for in your classroom, but you would forge relationships with your co-workers and build lasting friendships.

Whether you are Janine, Jacob, Gregory, Barbara, or Melissa, each character shares their passion and commitment to fuel the potential of their students. This quiz is more than just a way to see which character you are most like. It's a celebration of the incredible work our teachers do every day, even in the face of budget cuts and obstacles. It's a tribute to their unwavering dedication, their resilience, and their ability to always show up for their students.

Be Like Ms. Teagues. 

Take the first step.

  • Discover careers that will motivate and inspire you, take our career quiz
  • Stream an Evolve event and learn from industry experts on how to grow professionally

You are Gregory Eddie.

You are a patient, creative, and dedicated leader. You may be known for being more reserved, but that doesn’t hold you back from continuously learning. Many of your professional goals are rooted in your desire to make an impact because working towards a purpose fuels your drive to succeed.

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Gregory Eddie

Gregory's Key Strengths

The best part about Gregory is his ability to remain calm and even-tempered in situations that often don’t warrant it. Do you have similar qualities? Learn how to sell your strengths to an employer.

If You Were A Teacher...

If you were a teacher, your students would look to you as a role model, trusting that you are committed to helping them grow and achieve their goals.

Whether you are Gregory, Jacob, Janine, Barbara, or Melissa, each character shares their passion and commitment to fuel the potential of their students. This quiz is more than just a way to see which character you are most like. It's a celebration of the incredible work our teachers do every day, even in the face of budget cuts and obstacles. It's a tribute to their unwavering dedication, their resilience, and their ability to always show up for their students.

Be Like Mr. Eddie. 

Take the first step.

You are Jacob Hill.

You are a progressive, passionate, and an inclusive leader. You are driven by your values and unafraid to push the status quo. You may be known for standing up for what is right and being willing to learn and shift your perspective.

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Jacob Hill

Jacob's Key Strengths

The best part about Jacob is his confidence to be his authentic self in every setting. Does that sound like you? Learn how to sell your strengths to an employer.

If You Were A Teacher...

If you were a teacher, you’d be the classroom your students look forward to. Your students might roll their eyes at your unabashed efforts to relate to them, but they would also know and feel your commitment to their education.

Whether you are Jacob, Janine, Gregory, Barbara, or Melissa, each character shares their passion and commitment to fuel the potential of their students. This quiz is more than just a way to see which character you are most like. It's a celebration of the incredible work our teachers do every day, even in the face of budget cuts and obstacles. It's a tribute to their unwavering dedication, their resilience, and their ability to always show up for their students.

Be Like Mr. Hill. 

Take the first step.

  • Discover careers that will motivate and inspire you, take our career quiz
  • Stream an Equity Talks event and hear from thought leaders that are shaping the future

Which Abbott Elementary Teacher Are You?

Get ready to embrace your inner educator and find out which Abbott Elementary teacher you are most like. As you dive into this quiz, think about those moments in the sitcom when you laughed, cried, and cheered along with the amazing teachers of Abbott Elementary School. These teachers remind us that education is the most powerful lever we have to create meaningful change. Who do you think you are most like?

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Aruna Hobbs

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Director of Professional Learning & Leadership Development New Haven Public Schools

Edith Johnson

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Ken Kencel

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Phil Kent

New York City

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George K Kollitides II

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George K. Kollititides II

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Dr. Jamie Murray

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Robert Taylor

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Dylan O'Shea

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Ajay Shroff

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