Honoring the Staten Island Teachers Who Go Above and Beyond

At O’Connor Injury Law, we’ve seen firsthand how hard teachers work, both in the classroom and, sometimes, in our office as clients. These are professionals who give everything they have to help their students succeed, often in challenging and demanding environments.

As the new school year approaches, we’re giving back again, with a special giveaway just for Staten Island teachers.

🎉 What’s the Giveaway?

We’re selecting 10 Staten Island teachers to each receive a $200 Amazon gift card to help cover classroom supplies for the upcoming school year! 🛍️📚

It’s our way of saying thank you to the educators who show up, give their all, and make a difference, day in and day out.

💬 Who Can Nominate?

Anyone!

Parents, students, fellow teachers, school staff, and community members, if you know a teacher who deserves it, nominate them today! 💛

🗓️ Important Dates

• Nominations open: Monday, August 17, 2026
• Nomination deadline: Thursday, September 3, 2026
• Winners announced via email and social media: Friday, September 4, 2026, just in time to shop before the school year gets into full swing!

⚠️ BE AWARE OF SPAMMERS

Winners will ONLY be contacted by email, or phone number if we cannot get in contact with you.

NO WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN THE COMMENTS, OR DMS OF ANY PLATFORM.

✏️ GIVEAWAY RULES

To enter, simply:

1. Fill out the nomination form below with the teacher’s full name and the school where they teach.

👇 Nominate a Teacher Below

Let’s kick off the school year by giving back to those who give their all. 🍏✍️

Submissions are closed for 2026.

Thank you to everyone who nominated a teacher making an impact in our community! Here are our 2026 winners:

• Stephen Schwarz (Tottenville High School)

• Julie Ortiz (PS 19)

• Jessica Petillo (PS 19)

• Teagan Ka (Bridge Preparatory Charter School)

• Kim Giaccio (IS 34 TOTTEN)

• Joanna Padula (McKee High School)

• Jamie Pecoraro (Gateway Academy)

• Marissa Ruggeri (PS 32)

• Aleiande Miat (Tottenville High School)

• Briana Pagan (PS 21)

— O’Connor Injury Law, Proudly Serving Staten Island