Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Education (2018): the motion to reconsider was denied, upholding the original
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Decision Summary
The motion to reconsider was denied, upholding the original dismissal. The petitioner, a high school English teacher, failed to demonstrate that his proposed endeavor had national importance. While his work had substantial merit, its impact was considered localized to his students and school, rather than impacting the field of education on a broader, national scale as required by the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balancing Test For Waiver
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