The United Federation of Fil-Am Educators, Inc. and Xavier School are pleased to announce the selection of MR. JOEL A. HAWOD, of the SHS IB Department, as one of UNIFFIED’s 2021 Most Influential Teacher awardees.

This award honors educators who promoted excellence and demonstrated a significant impact on others. They served as role models in many aspects inside and outside the classroom. 

UNIFFIED is the largest nonprofit Filipino-American Educators Association, a multi-service 501(c3) organization based in the United States of America. Registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the Philippines, it is an organization founded in March 2014 which aims to provide educator professional growth opportunities, render charitable services to communities that promote the welfare of its citizens. UNIFFIED recognizes Filipino and Filipino-American educators internationally who have exhibited above and beyond performances and have made significant contributions in their workplaces and the community.

Let us celebrate his achievement as one community. Luceat lux!