Webster Groves High teacher wins national award

KSDK -- A Webster Groves High School teacher has two reasons to celebrate.

Eric Dunn was the school Wednesday morning for what he thought was a speech from the new commissioner of education, when it was announced he was the winner of a the Miliken Family Foundation National Educator Award. The honor includes a $25,000 cash prize.

Dunn has taught mathematics at the school for 12 years. He consistently receives top evaluations from his students, and is a leader on various school and district committees.

According to Dr. Jon Clark, principal of the high school, MAP test scores and Advanced Placement scores have increased steadily during Dunn's tenure. Outside the classroom, Dunn is the leader of the school's popular a cappella men's choir, known as A-MEN. The group has recorded several CDs and performs frequently in the community.

The Milken National Educator Award is given to classroom teachers, principals and other public school professionals who are providing exemplary leadership in their schools and communities and working to promote excellence in public education.

Dunn was also blessed this week because his wife gave birth to their second child.