Energy and excitement abound in the classroom of Richard Bruni, November’s Teacher of the Month. Mr. Bruni is a brilliant history and economics teacher whose unique blend of intuition, knowledge, humor and kindness puts him head and shoulders above the norm. Richard primarily teaches seniors at John O'Connell High School of Technology in San Francisco.

Read what some of his students and colleagues have to say about him:

"In the 5 years that I have known, worked alongside, and become friends with Richard Bruni, I have been thoroughly impressed with his energy, professionalism, and clear commitment to his students. He is a model of what it means to be a dedicated teacher. I can't think of a more deserving candidate for your teacher recognition award than Mr. Richard Bruni."
--Richard Moore, teacher

(This is from a letter to Mr. Bruni)

"To a great man with a great mind...

I just want to say thank you for all of the lessons you have taught me. Through your honest and wise words, I have learned that speaking my minhave also learned how to look at situations with different perspectives."
--Larissa Blair, former student