A Conversation with the 2024 Texas Educator of the Year

02/27/25 • 14 min

In this episode of The Registry Insider, host Bill Seifarth sits down with Samantha Grimsley, Texas' EMS Educator of the Year, to discuss her journey from aspiring firefighter to passionate EMS instructor. Samantha shares her insights on what makes a great educator, the importance of mentorship, and the keys to shaping the next generation of EMS professionals. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, adaptability, and the lifelong learning that defines the EMS community!

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