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He entered a U.S. classroom in third grade without speaking English. Today, he leads a school district. Milken Educator Omar Duron joins Lowell Milken to reflect on his life, his career in education, and the experiences that shaped his commitment to students and teachers. Watch his story in Conversations with Lowell Milken: youtu.be/0wZ4ulnhJew

We’re back for another exciting week of #MilkenAward magic, this time in Newport News, VA. Lauren Burns brings science to life for her students in her biology classes at Heritage High School. Through hands-on instruction and real-world applications, Burns challenges her students to think critically and explore the building blocks of life. From her “Mac Mush Lab” to DNA electrophoresis experiments, she shows students how science plays a role in everything from forensics to food science. Today, Lauren’s been named the sole 2026-27 VA #MilkenEducator complete with a life-changing $25,000.

Click this link to learn more about Lauren Burns (VA ’26): milkeneducatorawards.org/educators/view…

Make sure to follow along as we celebrate 40 years of the Milken Educator Awards! #MEA40

NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA—Congratulations to Heritage High School biology teacher Lauren Burns, our newest Milken Educator! Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction Jenna Conway and Milken Educator Awards Vice President Stephanie Bishop surprised Burns with a 2026-27 Milken Educator Award and $25,000 at a special school assembly this morning.

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Learn more: milkeneducatorawards.org/educators/view…

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Congratulations to biology teacher LAUREN BURNS, recipient of a 2026-27 $25K #MilkenAward at Heritage High School in Newport News, VA!

@VDOE_News

Learn more: milkeneducatorawards.org/educators/view…

#MEA40 #MilkenEducator #VATeachers #NNPSProud

This Eastern Kentucky teacher just got a $25,000 national prize. Here’s why. via @heraldleader

Read here: kentucky.com/news/local/edu…

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