Demitra Germanakos, named 2023 Teacher of the Year, has been a loyal member of the Panther staff for five years. She teaches IB Psychology I and II and World History in the Social Studies department. Germanakos’ interesting lessons and engaging personality are what make her a good teacher, according to her students. And it is clear that Germanakos really cares about the students she teaches.
Samuel Keenen (12) says of Germanakos, “She has really impacted my life and without her I do not know where I would be.” Alicia Rowe (12) described how empathetic Ms. Germanakos is and how it is easy to talk and feel comfortable in her class. Alicia believes that she truly is the BEST teacher.
Outside of teaching at school, Demitra Germanakos has two other jobs as Cheer Coach of the Panthers and is also a Tumbling Coach. In her free time she loves to paint, be in nature, and spend quality time with her dog, Cooper.
Ms. Germanakos • Sep 21, 2023 at 1:46 pm
Thank you so much for spotlighting my work and personality in this beautifully-written article. The staff writer on this piece was extremely professional, timely, and made me feel comfortable throughout the interviewing process. Keep up the great work, and Go Panthers!!