ROTARY HONORS MR. SCHNEIDER AS TEACHER OF THE MONTH

TWENTYNINE PALMS — The Twentynine Palms Rotary Club continued its tradition of celebrating educational excellence by honoring Twentynine Palms Elementary School teacher Michael Schneider as Rotary Teacher of the Month. 

Recognized for his creativity, dedication and deep ties to the community, Mr. Schneider was recognized by Rotary representative Gary Daigneault during the Fourth Grade Awards Ceremony at Twentynine Palms Elementary School on June 3, 2025. He is celebrated not only for his outstanding teaching, but also for the many ways he enriches student life beyond the classroom. He serves on the school’s Site Leadership Team, regularly volunteers to teach Saturday School and actively coaches basketball during both the school year and summer. 

“Mr. Schneider is a highly effective and creative teacher and a long-time member of our community who has built strong, lasting relationships with students and families,” said Principal Nicole Trejo.

“He advocates for students and teachers and leads by example — teaching students how to advocate for themselves. It is my pleasure to select Mr. Schneider as Rotary Teacher of the Month.”

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Mr. Schneider received a certificate of achievement and a gift card, presented by the Twentynine Palms Rotary Club as part of its ongoing commitment to honoring those who make a meaningful impact in local education.
“We sincerely thank the Twentynine Palms Rotary Club for their ongoing commitment to recognizing and supporting our educators,” said Morongo Unified School District Public Information Officer Jene Estrada “Honoring teachers like Mr. Schneider highlights the incredible impact they have on our students and community.”
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Founded in 1948, the Twentynine Palms Rotary Club is the oldest service organization in the Morongo Basin and a proud member of Rotary International, a global network of more than 1.2 million members dedicated to community service and leadership. The Club meets every Wednesday at noon at the Little Church of the Desert Meeting Hall. To learn more, visit www.rotary29.org.