The schools of rural America face a dire shortage of teachers. This rural American town believes that it has a solution — but it only lasts for five years, at most. This is the story of Ms. Mary Manda, a Filipina making a difference in the lives of her special education students and the community around her. (Shelby, Montana)

Tell us about a teacher who changed your life.

00:00 Intro
00:30 Ms. Mary Manda, Filipino teacher in Shelby Montana
00:56 Special Education
01:55 Teacher recruitment in America
03:20 Addressing Teacher Shortage in Rural America
05:47 The Future
06:52 Credits

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