Battle Ground Teacher Wins UW History Prize Twice

Jonas Fridriksson, a U.S. history and world studies teacher at Battle Ground High School, has been named the 2026 recipient of the University of Washington's Thomas J. and Cameron Pressly Endowed Prize — the second time he has received the honor. He was nominated by former student Elizabeth McAleer, now a UW student, who credited Fridriksson's energetic, discussion-driven teaching style with shaping her understanding of history. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/battle-ground-high-school-teacher-receives-university-of-washington-honor/ #BattleGround #ClarkCounty #Education #HistoryTeacher #UWashington #BattleGroundHighSchool #TeacherRecognition #WashingtonState