South Miami Middle Teacher Receives $1,000 Award for Leadership and Community Impact
Robert Rabelo, a social studies and civics teacher at South Miami Middle Community School in Miami-Dade, was awarded $1,000 through the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers program in recognition of his leadership and community impact.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 10, 2026 — Robert Rabelo, a dedicated social studies and civics teacher at South Miami Middle Community School, has been recognized for his significant contributions to education and his local community. Rabelo was awarded $1,000 as part of the College Football Playoff Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers program.
The award specifically honors educators for their leadership qualities and their impact within their respective communities. The College Football Playoff Foundation’s initiative aims to support teachers by providing resources and recognition for their vital roles in shaping young minds and fostering community engagement. The exact details regarding the duration of Rabelo’s tenure at South Miami Middle Community School were not provided in the summary. Similarly, specific examples of the leadership and community impact that led to this recognition were not detailed.
The Extra Yard for Teachers program is an ongoing effort by the College Football Playoff Foundation to acknowledge and uplift teachers across the nation. While the summary indicates Rabelo’s award amount is $1,000, further information regarding the selection process or the specific criteria emphasized for this particular award was not available. The financial figure of $1,000 is reported as stated.
Rabelo teaches social studies and civics, subjects that are foundational to understanding civic responsibility and community dynamics. The recognition from such a prominent foundation underscores the importance placed on educators who go beyond classroom instruction to positively influence their students and the wider community. The summary did not specify the exact date the award was presented, nor did it mention any specific activities or projects that were highlighted as contributing to his selection. The location of the school, Miami-Dade, is a large metropolitan area, suggesting a potentially broad reach for Rabelo’s influence.
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