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Sevcan Abedin

Position: Special Education Kindergarten Teacher
School: Clinton Elementary School
School District: Plainfield Public School District
City, State: Plainfield, NJ

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Comments (49)

Venesha Clarke Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sevcan is a wonderful teacher and colleague. She is always ready with a smile.

Tina Geslak Posted over a year ago

She is amazing! She has a great rapport with her students. She is kind, considerate, and hard working. She goes above and beyond for her students. The students appear to be happy and excited about learning. She always has these hands-on activities that keep her students engaged, happy, and excited about learning. She also provides her students with a calming and soothing environment. She always has a smile on her face.

Susana Roman Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is always willing to communicate with me and let me know about her students. I have learned how to work better with her students when I enter her classroom. She is always thoughtful to include me in her class celebrations. I observe how kindly she talks to her students. If her students need to correct their behavior she speaks to them, and makes sure they understand what they did wrong. Ms. Sev really cares about her special needs students and being in her classroom has been a very positive experience for me.

Christopher Cogliano Posted over a year ago

As a new special education teacher your first year is difficult and overwhelming. Ms. Sev has always been there for me and my students whenever I needed advise on anything from how to best organize my class, help a struggling student, or just navigate the ins and outs of IEPs or end of the year PDPs. She even came to observe my first grade class and gave me excellent and practical feed back that I was able to implement right away.

Erica Koch Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is a caring, creative, loving, and passionate teacher. She develops the most engaging activities for her students to learn and succeed. It is evident that Ms. Sev’s students feel incredibly comfortable in their classroom environment to grow both academically and socially.

Keith So Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev works tirelessly for her students and advocates for them like no other. The thought provoking and reflective conversations on how to support students better demonstrate her intelligence, maturity, and passion. She deserves all in the world!

Lisa Bragg Posted over a year ago

Ms Sev, is an amazing teacher. Her passion for teaching is so phenomenal and genuine. Her style of teaching is of the highest caliber. She is so dedicated to her students. She goes the extra mile and then some for her students. She also takes the time to help out her fellow colleagues to the best of her ability. Ms. Sev doesn't see her students as disabled, she sees them as students needing a little more time and attention. She is always willing to ade and assist her colleagues whe needed. So this is why I'm nominating Ms. Sev. Thank you for all you do, Ms. Sev.

MonaRae Posted over a year ago

Ms Sev is a highly qualified teacher who teaches young special needs students. She is dedicated to her students and their learning. She has a very loving and patient disposition that is easily felt by any one who comes in contact with her. Her students know that she cares about them and is dedicated to their learning. Ms. Sev develops very creative lessons based on the curriculum that covers all subjects; literacy, math, social studies, science, and the arts. She has mastered the art of teaching and stands as a model for what teaching is really all about. I have great respect and admiration for her as a teacher and a person.

Yajaira Fernandez Posted over a year ago

Having a child on the spectrum or any special condition is a constant challenge for the family, and within all doubts is the question of whether he will be able to learn? To talk? Will he be independent? Finding support and guidance in this process is invaluable and this is what I found in Liam's teacher Mrs. Sev. She is the most compassionate, loving, intelligent and kind human being that my son could have as a teacher and all the mothers in my son's classroom always comment on this. Mrs. Sev is an extraordinary teacher with a proactive team at the service of her students. For me it is a blessing to have her.

Ena Garcias Posted over a year ago

Ms. Abedin es una increíble persona ella es actualmente la maestra de mi nene Dios la bendiga siempre por todo lo que ella es con cada niño la apreciamos mucho ???

Gabriela Perez Posted over a year ago

Ms Sev is an amazing teacher, she is very dedicated, caring and loving. She is simply the best teacher that I could ever ask for my son. Since my son was moved to her class I have seen a significant improvement in him in all aspects. He is so happy and enthusiastic to go to school everyday because of her. I feel so blessed that he is in her class. I will always be grateful to her for all the incredible work she does every day. She deserves this recognition and many more. We love her so much!!!! God bless you always Ms Sev and again thank you so much for everything!!!

Annmarie Brown Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is the most dedicated, loving, supportive teacher I know. She goes above and beyond for her students. She sets goals for her students and rather than push them she guides them to not only meet but supersede them! She is amazing!

Tayri Hernández Posted over a year ago

Very good and dedicated to children, I appreciate your patience and care.

Medina Hinton Posted over a year ago

From the moment back in early of 2021 in kindergarden when my Step son Walter Ebong stepped unto Mrs. Sev class I saw the improvement in him not only acadmically but emotionally as well. It was like his whole attitude about school changed he started to become excited becoming eager to go to school each day. I owe all to Mrs. Sev from day one up into the end of 1st grade the relationship between my son and her was more than a teacher a student relationship it became more of a mother and son bond. She showered Walter with so much love and care that even at home Mrs. Sev was all he could talk about. I couldnt ask for a better teacher than Mrs. Sev. Abedin to have given Walter such an amazing loving start to elementary!! We love you Mrs. Sev.!!!

Rosa Giron Posted over a year ago

Ms sev es una maestra q te roba el corazón!! Tiene tanto amor para los niños q quisieras q fuera su maestra por siempre su trabajo es excelente!! Sin dudas la mejor.. por siempre en nuestro corazón ??

María Arias Posted over a year ago

miss sev God, so many good things that I have as a father that I can say about her, she is a dedicated teacher and she carries out her work with a lot of love, the change in my son Edward was remarkable when he was in his classroom

Piedad Escamilla Posted over a year ago

I was blessed 4 years ago when I was hired and placed in Ms. Abedin's classroom as a teacher assistant. I have witnessed what a great and amazing teacher she is. Her love and passion is transmitted to each student from the first day of school until the last day of school and beyond. Her classroom is structured so well that the students grow not only academically but also in simple life skills and behaviour skills that benefit the students greatly. In addition, Ms. Abedin connects with each parent in order to work together for their children. It is amazing to see how previous students and parents still keep in contact with her. Without a doubt, Ms.Abedin has touched the lives of every student and families that have been in her classroom.

Alba Quintero Posted over a year ago

It is an honor to nominate professor Sevcan Abedin, Special Education Kindergarten Teacher at Clinton Elementary School, Plainfield School District. I first knew her when she began teaching my son in the kindergarten. Through the years I still see the positive influence Ms. Abedin had in my son. In addition to being an excellent teacher, thanks to her academic strengths, Ms. Abedin is a generous human being in whom people may find, timely, kindness (??), a smile, help, companionship, empathy, solidarity, and advise in difficult times. I see her as an example for me and anyone who aspire to be a citizen whose interventions benefit individuals and their community without expecting any personal compensation. My son and I would feel very happy seeing Ms. Abedin receiving this encouraging award, acknowledging her valuable contributions.

Jeniffer Khiati Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is a life changer indeed! Me and my family appreciate everything she did for my son while teaching him. Even till now she’s still helping him because thanks to her, my son was able to be an in environment that most suits his needs. We will be forever thankful for her sinceré love and caring for my son and that last great advice regarding his education. I wish they’d be more teachers like her nowadays. THANK YOU Ms. Sev! from Harith Khiati’s family. You’ve been a life saver ??.

Ruth Thompson Posted over a year ago

A great teacher is hard to find and impossible to forget. Also, an awesome teacher is not easy to find.Thank you for helping me grow. You are amazing, and appreciated more than you know! Thank for all you that you do! Davion Thompson

Rosa Swist Posted over a year ago

Sev makes Plainfield Public Schools a better place just by working there. The compassion and genuine care she shows for her students is incomparable. She treats each student as if they were her own.

Ebelin Garcia Posted over a year ago

Ms.sevcan es una maestra con un corazon lleno de amor y dedication por sus estudiantes. Es un ser increible que deja huella en los corazones de quienes la conocemos. Te amamos tienes un lugar especial en nuestros corazones.

Mayra Zuniga Posted over a year ago

She is a teacher with excellent human and professional warmth. I am so grateful for her knowledge and affection. I will be eternally grateful to my child and God bless her always.

Niketa Bailey-Dupiche Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Sev is an amazing person and teacher!!!!

Rosa Camey Posted over a year ago

Sev Abedin is a life changer. She touches the heart of her students and their families. She is dedicated and committed to make a difference in their lives. She teaches with love and kindness. Sev for sure deserves to be the life changer of the year.

Erica (& son, Mason) Santiago Posted over a year ago

I wish we could upload a folder’s worth of video projects and pictures of Miss Sev and her babies. There is no one more deserving of recognition than Sevcan Abedin. She was my son’s ABA therapist in his earlier years, working with us in our house and during daily activities and therapies. As a speech pathologist raising my son with autism, I sifted through dozens of individual personalities and skills sets within people before being blessed by Miss Sev walking into our lives. Other families have always wanted to clone Miss Sev’s skill set and personality for their own child. Her love for others fills the room. Her innate ability to make others feel included and celebrated is strong. She receives recognition across every setting she has worked in, and it is not enough to show everyone’s appreciation. Sev continues to be the only picture on our refrigerator a decade later from 2 states away. We travel to meet her and gather prior students that remain excited to get a hug and catch up. She genuinely cares about the development of children. I would love to someday hear the number of nominations dedicated to her from families and co-workers. It wouldn’t surprise me if it went into triple digits. Please consider looking into Sevcan Abedin’s accomplishments. We tried so hard to get her on the Ellen show before it ended.

Javier Posted over a year ago

I was a student for 3 year of this beautiful teacher that show me how to speak, read, and show me a lot of love. She never got mad at me and she is the best teacher. With love, Javier

Yanci Posted over a year ago

It is a pleasure for me to meet Mrs.sev. I have never met a teacher with such a big heart full of love for everyone. God bless you always Mrs. Sev

Isanelys Posted over a year ago

Mrs.Sevcan have been I wonderful teacher she was my little brother' teacher in kindergarten. My mom and I love her Soo much that she has made a wonderful time teaching my brother. But only just my brother she love the students and she love being a teacher.

Susan Chukwu Posted over a year ago

Ms. Abedin, Thank you for caring so deeply for your students and their families, and for always creating new ways to engage your students. You are amazing and highly appreciated.

Fatimo Posted over a year ago

She is a wonderful teacher

Maria Francisco Posted over a year ago

I’d like to nominate Miss Abedin for Lifechanger of the year, because she embodies all of the characteristics of an amazing teacher. She is kind, thoughtful, knowledgeable. She not only teaches the children, she loves them. We should have clones of her. Truly inspiring, especially during these trying times, her light shines through.

Kory Powell Posted over a year ago

GREATEST TEACHER EVER!!! GO Mrs. SEV!!!

Olga rodriguez Posted over a year ago

Hi Im marcela and jimena mother since I meet mis sevcan I knew that my daughters they could not be with a better teacher like her I cried alot when they left ms sevcan classroom.because my daugters will never have a teacher like her and they never gona get a teacher like ms sevcan she is the best teacher ever. She has all the qualities what at teacher needs.ms sev is a great person, she is adorable. I do not think the special education can get better teacher than her, she is wonderfull. God bless her

Olga rodriguez Posted over a year ago

Hi Im marcela and jimena mother since I meet mis sevcan I knew that my daughters they could not be with a better teacher like her I cried alot when they left ms sevcan classroom.because my daugters will never have a teacher like her and they never gona get a teacher like ms sevcan she is the best teacher ever. She has all the qualities what at teacher needs.ms sev is a great person, she is adorable. I do not think the special education can get better teacher than her, she is wonderfull. God bless her

Modupe Akinlola-Shodolu Posted over a year ago

Keep up the good work. You are amazing

Eunice Lee Posted over a year ago

A true miracle worker who is 100% passionate and dedicated to changing the lives of her kids in her classroom. Ms Sev loves her students wholeheartedly and is the kind of person your child will never forget and you as a parent. No one is more deserving for this LifeChanger of the Year Award, than Ms. Sev!

Ismail H Posted over a year ago

Thank you for all you do....you are indeed changing the world with your genuine kindness and care.

Ibironke Fagbolu Posted over a year ago

Thank you for being a life changer.Keep inspiring your students, thank you for all you to the kiddos

Bukola Oladipupo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is the most amazing teacher my family have worked with. She is dedicated and loving to her students. She makes me comfortable as a parent knowing fully well that my child is in safe care. She has a great team too. Thank you Ms. Sev

Bukola Oladipupo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is the most amazing teacher my family have worked with. She is dedicated and loving to her students. She makes me comfortable as a parent knowing fully well that my child is in safe care. She has a great team too. Thank you Ms. Sev

Bukola Oladipupo Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is the most amazing teacher my family have worked with. She is dedicated and loving to her students. She makes me comfortable as a parent knowing fully well that my child is in safe care. She has a great team too. Thank you Ms. Sev

Karen Galan Posted over a year ago

She was my son's teacher last year and she is a wonderful person, my son has made so much progress, because of her work with the children and the love she gives them, and the way she educates the children. she is a kind, respectful, cheerful person, and a very good educator, she has my full support for this nomination.

Sheyla Chacon Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is an extraordinary teacher, she has a lot of love, compassion and a lot of patience. She always gives more that what is expected to her students. She was my daughter's teacher for two years and she has a lot of charisma and dedication to each of her students, she does her best to help them. Ms. Sev is the best!!! I want to thank her for everything she did for my daughter, she deserves this recognition and many more!

Elif Abedin Posted over a year ago

Sevcan Abedin is the best teacher I've ever met. She is passionate, caring, kind, selfless, and much more. She puts her students and classroom first She always is thinking of her students and what's in their best interest. Everyone knows how amazing Sevcan is and how much she cares about the students.

Andera Simmons Neson Posted over a year ago

Omg how can I express the love I have for this woman that has been such an amazing person in my boys life . I had not a care in the world when the boys were in her class and her care. Best teacher in the world .Love you too the moon and back Corey ,Kyroh Nelson and mommy

Katrina Holt Posted over a year ago

Ms. Sev is truly a miracle worker. She truly takes time to engage with and learn the personality and needs of each individual child. She took my child from being an introverted nonverbal 5 year old to a talkative happy and outgoing kid. Thanks to her special care he is now mainstreamed and thriving! I appreciate everything she continues to contribute to his development.

Christina Moody Posted over a year ago

Mrs.Sev came into our lives when my son entered kindergarten. Me being a mom of a newly diagnosed child on the Autism spectrum was very challenging and I wasn't sure what he needed to excel. From the first day he entered her classroom she made not only him but all of the children feel important, seen, and always advocated for them. Her patience and perseverance to help the children excel is still to this day unmatched. She always saw the ability in my son and knew he could go far and he has. She did that! She set a foundation of confidence, reassurance, and empecable love for all the children.Until this day she's still apart of our support system and my son in now in 6th grade with High Honors. We have been blessed to have her enter our lives when she did. She is truly an angel here on earth.

Ana Sowden Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Abedin has touch so many not only with her skill to reach all (staff, families and student) but with her ability to make learning a life changing experience. Her ways of making everyone feel seen by advocating and guiding with a gentle heart. Mrs. Abedin is the one that lights the way for others but now is her who should be celebrated!!