TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – A Fort Braden Elementary School teacher got the surprise of a lifetime when Addition Financial and WCTV walked into her classroom to name her November Teacher of the Month.
Whittnie Merlau, an ESE team lead and inclusion teacher, is known for creating a structured, supportive classroom where every student feels seen, valued, and capable of success.
According to her nominator, Merlau is the go-to person for guidance, strategies, and solutions, especially when navigating complex student needs. Her impact reaches far beyond academics…