NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiSeptember 11, 2026Miami-Dade County
South Miami Middle teacher surprised with $1,000 award
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Robert Rabelo, a social studies and civics teacher at South Miami Middle Community School, received a $1,000 award on Wednesday as part of the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers program. Rabelo has taught since 1989 and spent the last 22 years at South Miami Middle, where he was recently named Teacher of the Year.
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A local Miami-Dade educator received a $1,000 monetary award recognizing his community impact and teaching methods.
Key Facts
- Robert Rabelo, a social studies and civics teacher at South Miami Middle Community School, received a $1,000 award on Wednesday.
- The award was given as part of the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers program.
- Xavier E. Gonzalez with the Orange Bowl Committee stated the program aims to invest in programs and teachers that make a difference.
- Rabelo has taught since 1989 and spent the last 22 years at South Miami Middle, recently earning the title of Teacher of the Year.
- The Extra Yard for Teachers program has provided $104 million in supportive education, reaching 14 million students nationally.
Who's Mentioned
PersonHilary Ardines“Stated that Robert Rabelo puts a lot of effort into his teaching and loves his s”PersonXavier E. Gonzalez“Spoke about the foundation's goal to invest in programs and teachers.”OrganizationSouth Miami Middle Community School“Middle school in Miami-Dade where Rabelo has taught for the last 22 years.”OrganizationSunbeam Television Corp.“Holder of copyright for the news report.”PersonRobert Rabelo“Social studies and civics teacher recognized for his leadership and community im”OrganizationCollege Football Playoff Foundation“Foundation that provided the $1,000 award.”OrganizationOrange Bowl Committee“Represented by Xavier E. Gonzalez in commenting on the award.”