John Clarkin - special education teacher, River Trail Learning Center

“Preparing students for life” is the mission of the Anoka-Hennepin School District and a driving force in the work done by John Clarkin with his students at River Trail Learning Center at L.O. Jacob. Clarkin organizes and involves his students to build skills in school through business ventures and community service that prepare them for life after school. 

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