Highwood Hills SPED Teacher Presents Nationally at NCTR Symposium

We are proud to celebrate an outstanding example of collaboration between Saint Paul Public Schools and the University of St. Thomas. Special Education teacher Salma Siddiqui from Highwood Hills Elementary had the honor of co-presenting with the University of St. Thomas team at the NCTR Symposium in Atlanta, Ga. 

This opportunity highlights the power of partnerships that support innovation, leadership, and student success.As part of the Curriculum Committee for Designing Residency Coursework and School-Based Learning (OJL), Salma gained valuable experience in leadership, collaboration, and purposeful planning while completing her directorship course. This work deepened her understanding of how strong curriculum design supports teacher growth and student achievement. The experience also inspired her to continue mentoring future teacher candidates by helping build their confidence, skills, and success in the classroom.