Darren Lotter
Position: Fourth Grade Teacher
School: Marion G. Vedder Elementary School
School District: North Babylon School District
City, State: North Babylon, NY
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Darren Lotter was nominated by his principal, Kerry Larke.
Mr. Lotter has been a teacher in the North Babylon School District for over 20 years, and has spent most of those years at Marion G Vedder Elementary School teaching grades 3-5. He is a memorable teacher for many students because of his sense of humor and love of the New York Giants.
Mr. Lotter has been a mentor for many students and is the co-chair of the Student Council. He has embraced the use of various technologies in his classroom, including the daily use of Google Classroom and the interactive Smart Board. This year, his class has shown outstanding growth in reading and mathematics.
Mr. Lotter is not afraid to think outside the box and has been an asset to his colleagues as the building-wide science coordinator. During the 2017-18 school year, he has been involved in the creation of a new Science Lab in the building. Mr. Lotter has also had the honor of being selected by the past two consecutive valedictorians as the teacher who influenced them the most. Both of them mentioned how Mr. Lotter motivated them and encouraged them to be the best they could be.
"What a great feeling to know that you have made such a positive impression in a young person's life," Larke said. "Mr. Lotter is truly a LifeChanger."
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I appreciate last year and how you helped me learn because COVID took a toll on my life and you were very helpful thank you
I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Lotter for a number of years. We have co-advised the Student Council for the past two years, and it has been wonderful working with him. Darren has such a way with the students. His humorous personality combined with his ability to put children at ease makes it very easy to get things done and meet our goals. Darren is a wonderful teacher and is very deserving of this award.
Darren is a wonderful man. I always knew he would be. a very creative child, vivid imagination, a extremely personable soul. I always knew he would do great things. He served his country, in the Navy. then put himself through college. always thinking ahead. I am so happy thar the children and his fellow teachers think highly of him. I think he is one of God's special blessings for all who cross his path.. good luck My son
I have worked with Darren for 15 years. I got to know Darren as we were working on the school plays. He is quite an actor! Darren is a strong leader for our staff and he leads his students in honesty and integrity. Darren is focused on each one of his students. I have seen him put much effort and time into developing trusting relationships with those at risk. Darren has gone through his own personal challenges but comes back with greater passion and perseverance. He is kind and compassionate, funny and firm. I recommend Darren for this life achievement award.
As my Older Brother, you have ALWAYS been a “Life-changer” to me. Well Done and enjoy the Acknowledgement!!!
Darren has always been an influence on children. The oldest of five siblings. Every morning woke up smiling and willing to help clean, cook, entertaiNing his family. got the group together to put on little shows.. was a teenage councilor at the town pool. was asked to come back every year. He has two children in college, who look up to him since he has been mom and dad since his first wife was I'll and passed. always ready to help, no matter what is going on. Never complains. I know I am biased. I am his mother, but he was and will always be exceptional.
What an honor to have been able to touch the lives of so many young people and to leave a mark that will help shape their future is something truly inspirational!!!!!
Great job Darren. Congratulations!!
I think you are very funny,nice and genouarouse.
Mr. Lotter is a very funny, kind, and helpfull teacher i think he should get life changer of the year.
Nice to see a teacher after 20 years still have such a desire to be there for the students and truly love his job !! North Babylon is lucky to have you as part of our community
#bulldogspirit
Mr. Lotter for Life Changer!!!!
Though the teacher selection is random grade by grade, I can say with confidence I was one of the lucky ones to have had Mr. Lotter as my 4th grade teacher. His energetic personality made learning exciting and fun. Being a student in Mr. Lotter’s class was unlike any other. He used his sense of humor to create an engaging classroom environment. His dedication toward teaching added to my desire to become a teacher myself. I wish him the best of luck.
While I am not a former student of Darren, I have known him for several years since my days as a camper at the summer camp where Darren worked. I can think of no better person for this award than Darren. Darren has taught me so much and has always been there for me, helping me when I needed help and making me a better person. To say he has had a positive influence upon my life would be an understatement. He is truly a great person, role model, and friend, and is without a doubt worthy of this honor. Thanks for everything, Darren!
Mr.Lotter nice kind and shareing. he is speical breacuse he macks everything and day at MGV fun. He has been the best teacher. he sowed me how to mutipily biger nubers so mack the good choice and vote lotter he is a true LifeCanger
You are the best teacher and make everything we do in school fun. You are super funny and the greatest teacher ever. When I first started fourth grade I really wanted Ms Keane but then when I started to know you better I realized that even if you don’t get the teacher you want you might like the one you did get better once you get to know him/her better. That’s why I think Mr. Lotter is the BEST teacher ever.
I know Darren to be a great man and a teacher in not only the classroom but also in life. He is a caring and generous person which his students see as well as his family!
Mr. Lotter is an all around wonderful guy. He deserves this award!!
I have known Darren for a few years now and it always seems that everyday he looks to inspire the new generation of children to learn
Darren is a terrific guy and I'm not surprised with the positive impact he has on his students.
Very deserving of this nomination.
Darren has been a positive influence on my life and has always had a positive attitude no matter the situation. He became a part of my life and a part of my family recently and I am incredibly happy he did. Darren has proven this award is the perfect way to cap off his ability to positively influence not only the students he teaches but everyone he comes in contact with.
To be selected by valedictorians as the teacher who influenced them the most is surely an indication of a life-changing impact on students.
Darren deserves to be nominated 100%! He is always positive and has so much passion for teaching. As a future educator, I look up to Darren as a mentor!
A great teacher who deserves this special recognition!
Awesome news! Great job Darren! You are an amazing role model for your students, and fellow teachers! Congrats!!!
Darren is an amazing, caring, thoughtful and creative person. He's always been so great engaging my kids and spending time with them whenever we are with him. To them he is "silly Uncle Darren" to me he is great friend. This nomination is well deserved!
Congratulations Darrin!! You are a gift to so many and truly deserve to win this! We’re so proud of you!
While I don't know Darren Lotter as a teacher, I do know him as one of the most incredible people I have the pleasure of knowing , and I am honreed to call him a friend. He is a caring generous husband and father and I know he brings those traits to his classroom. As an outsider looking in, and knowing some of his co-workers, friends and family, he has the ability to light up any room and I know that the students in his class are lucky and blessed to have this incredible teacher.
Darren is kind, patrient, funny and energetic so I can see why being a teacher is the perfect career for him. Mostly, what resonates with me is how easy it is to talk to him. That must be a very important tool to reach children and show them the support they need at this crucial age.
Darren is a truly great person and a wonderful teacher. He is funny and smart and a true inspiration. The world would be a better place if there were more people like him. Those children who have him as a teacher are some very lucky kids.
The best way of describing Darren is glass half full. His optimism and outgoing nature sets a great example for coworkers as well as children on how a positive outlook can help lead to success. He is empathetic, supportive and progressive, always looking for ways to improve.
This is just awesome Darren this does not surprise me one bit! Such a great guy! Bet all the kids love you! You have our family's vote. Keep up the great work Darren! We love you!
Darren Lotter... what a guy. So proud seeing how youve grown
What a wonderful human being!! He’s got my vote!
Mr. Lotter deserves this award because he epitomizes selflessness in being able to reach his students - he is a mentor to students and colleagues alike.
Congratulations!! So happy for you!!!
Darren is an amazing teacher! He has been a true inspiration to many kids. So proud of him!
Great job. You deserve this and your students are lucky to have you
I have known Darren my entire teaching career- he calls me ‘Sue’ and I call him ‘Bob’ (because the joke was we couldn’t remember each other’s name right away) Darren is an AMAZING teacher and a wonderful person with a HUGE heart. I am so very proud of him for being nominated for this award! He absolutely deserves it!! You Bob!!
Congratulations Darren! What an amazing nomination that is well deserved
Darren Lotter... what a guy. So proud seeing how youve grown
Best guy ever, took me in like one of his own. This man deserves the world.
As his oldest niece, I have years of memories of end of the summer classroom set-ups and always being welcomed to tag along for "Bring Your ____ to Work Day." He has influenced my own classroom, well before even I knew I would be a teacher. We're all so proud of you!
Outside of his elementary teaching career Darren continues to teach at hidden pond day camp. As a counselor who reported to and was mentored by Darren, I can say that its his ability to observe subtleties in child behavior and analyze them quickly is one of his strongest skills. He also is a true life learner. During one of our morning meetings he told me that he loves camp because every year a new situation arises the he can learn from. He takes that experience with him to school, learns new things teaching, and then brings those new ideas to camp.
Darren Lotter is a true professional and a class act who goes above and beyond for his students and colleagues. He is a team player and is always willing to lend a hand. Darren makes learning fun for his students and frequently incorporates sports, especially football, into his lessons. When I walk into his classroom to pull my math students, the class is always engaged in some sort of hands on lesson. Mr. Lotter's passion for science is evident on a daily basis as his students are often seen partaking in an experiment. Mr. Lotter exemplifies the true qualities of a lifechanger!
Mr. Lotter is a very wonderful teacher!
Hes patient kind and offers the children all the need to succeed in his class. This would be a well deserved award .
Congrats!!!! You must be very proud
