David uses individualized instruction, hands-on materials, and a multi-modality approach, along with adaptive technology and the motivational power of music in his classroom. He strives to avoid the notion of limitations; he tries to find his students’ special abilities and allow them to help in any way they can to allow them to rise above their challenges.
David Lazerson
Hollywood, FL | Years Taught: 1980 – Present
Additional Recognition
- 2008 • Keynote address to the Annual Pediatric Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Conference held in Coral Gables, FL
- 2007 • The Charmettes Inc. Leadership & Community Service Award
- 2007 • Arts Teacher of the Year Award, Broward County Public Schools
- 2007 • Distinguished Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching, University of Buffalo
- 2006 • Arts Teacher of thee Year Semi-Finalist, Broward County Public Schools
- 2005 • Best Buy National Teacher Award
- 2004 • Special Achievement Award (honoring Project CURE), New York City
- 1997 • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fulfilling the Dream, CBS TV Award
- 1994 • Mother Hale Award for Community Youth Service Award
- 1993 • Governor’s Citation for Outstanding Service, State of New York
- 1993 • Community Service Award, New York State Senate
- 1993 • Peace Site Award for Community Service, Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture
- 1992 • Mayor’s Superstars Award, City of New York
- 1988 • Published “Skullcaps ‘N Switchblades, a novel
- 1981 • Teacher of the Year, Buffalo, New York Public Schools
- 1980 • Scouter of the Year, Boy Scouts of America