April 14, 2026

ZA TRENUTNO PUŠTANJE

 

Utica Educators Selected for Prestigious

New York State Master Teacher Program

 

Two Proctor High School educators recognized for excellence

in teaching and student support

 

UTICA, NY—The Utica City School District is proud to announce that two educators from Proctor High School have been selected for the prestigious New York State Master Teacher Program, a statewide network of outstanding educators that includes both Master Teachers and Master Counselors.

Corey Dubach, a Science Teacher at Proctor High School, has been selected as a Master Teacher and will join the Mohawk Valley cohort based at SUNY Oneonta. Nicole LaBella, a School Counselor at Proctor, has been selected as a Master Counselor and will also join the cohort.

Selection into the program reflects a rigorous application process and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student support. As members of the NYSMTP, Dubach and LaBella will collaborate with educators, higher education faculty, and industry partners across the state to strengthen instructional practices, expand opportunities for students, and bring new strategies back to their classrooms and school community.

“Corey and Nicole exemplify the kind of educators every school aspires to have. Their pursuit of advancement in their field highlights their unwavering commitment to both the school and its students. As mentors to early-career educators and leaders in their profession, they will have a lasting positive impact on local students. We are extremely proud of them and thrilled to see their achievements recognized in this way,” said Proctor High School Principal Ann Marie Palladino.

“Being selected for the New York State Master Teacher Program is a significant honor,” said Superintendent Dr. Christopher Spence. “It reflects the level of expertise, dedication, and leadership that Corey and Nicole bring to their work. We are proud to see them join this cohort, and we continue to be inspired by the exceptional educators who make up the Utica City School District.”

The NYSMTP brings together more than 1,400 educators statewide who share best practices, mentor peers, and help strengthen pathways for students in both academic and career-focused areas. Through this work, participants contribute to a broader effort to support student engagement, expand access to STEM opportunities, and advance innovation in education.

 

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