Wasabi Fenway Bowl announces grants to 30 New England educators as part of annual award

Local Parlin School teacher selected as semifinalist

Recently, Wasabi Fenway Bowl announced 30 New England educators, administrators and staff who have been selected as grant recipients for the 2023 Honor Roll, a charitable program connected to the annual bowl game at Fenway Park recognizing educators who have gone above and beyond to support their students and respective communities.

Among the 2023 Semifinalists is Benjamin Richter, a third grade teacher with Everett Public Schools. Ben works hard to communicate with his students even though they speak a wide range of languages. He was raised in a privileged town but realized early on that he loves working with kids in a system where English is not their first language. He works very hard to make sure all the kids have a good education in a city district without as much funding as some.

Each person is nominated by their peers for their dedicated work in their schools and communities and has been selected from over 300 submissions. This year’s awards bring the grant total by the Wasabi Fenway Bowl to more than $100,000 for over 120 educators across New England. The grants are provided by Wasabi Fenway Bowl in partnership with Extra Yard for Teachers, Sam Adams, Amica Insurance, Moderna and Meet Boston, and they can be redeemed on DonorsChoose.org to assist in the purchase of classroom equipment and materials.

“The Wasabi Fenway Bowl is more than just football – it’s about a shared philanthropic mission that all children are entitled to equal access to a quality education,” said Wasabi Technologies Chief Marketing Officer Michael Welts. “Our educators are unsung heroes, and we are beyond proud to recognize their efforts and provide them with resources they deserve through the Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll Program.”

“We are thrilled to continue the tradition of the Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll program, celebrating educators who make a positive impact on the lives of their students and colleagues,” said Wasabi Fenway Bowl Executive Director Brett Miller. “This year’s outstanding honorees inspires and empowers the next generation by creating meaningful connections with their students to ensure academic success, and we are proud to support their commitment to creating positive learning environments.”