The Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation established the Lindback Award for Distinguished Teachers to honor 60 teachers from Philadelphia public schools who demonstrate excellence in promoting learning at the highest levels.

Dana Cohen, ‘13, Greenburg Elementary

Cohen is an educator who works beyond the call of the classroom and truly invests in her students. An energetic and bubbly personality, Cohen strives to challenge her students in any way she can. Cohen coaches school sports teams and runs an after-school musical theater program.

Paula Crawford, ‘07, The U School

Before entering the U School, Crawford was a dedicated teacher at Martin Luther King High School. She is a National Certified Counselor from the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. and Affiliates and has served in the Philadelphia School District since 2002.

Jennifer Gallagher, ‘00, Widener Memorial School

Gallagher has a call to work with students with special needs. She enters the classroom with optimism and a love for serving her students. Gallagher’s ultimate goal is to help each of her students reach their full potential.