For Immediate Release – Monday, May 6, 2024
Regional Office of Education #11 Recognition of Excellence Award
Charleston, IL – The Regional Office of Education #11 is pleased to announce the 2024 5th Annual ROE #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipients.
The Regional Office of Education #11 requested nominations from each school district within the region seeking to highlight a pre-k through grade 12 professional who has modeled excellence in education. Nominees included exceptionally skillful and dedicated individuals who have the respect and admiration of students, parents, and co-workers. They also play active and useful roles within their communities as well as schools; often distinguishing themselves as leaders. Their most important quality is their superior ability to inspire a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities.
Nominations were accepted through February 2024, reviewed by a committee, and one professional per school district was selected to receive the distinguished ROE#11 Recognition of Excellence Award. Dr. Kyle Thompson, Regional Superintendent said, “We are privileged to have so many outstanding school professionals within our region, passionate about the profession, and dedicated to our students. It’s an honor to recognize and validate their meaningful efforts. Education is truly a work-of-heart and these professionals work with relentless persistence, creativity, flexibility, and competence. Our students, schools, and communities benefit from their skills, knowledge, and compassion.”
Congratulations to the following 2024 ROE #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipients:
Arcola CUSD #306: Daniela Coombe
Arthur CUSD #305: Erin Beck
Bridges: Samantha Shores
Casey-Westfield CUSD #C-4: Jennifer Harris
Central A&M CUSD #21: Marcia Berg
Charleston CUSD #1: Dr. Todd Vilardo
Cowden-Herrick CUSD #3A: Kerrie Coughlin
Cumberland CUSD #77: Laura Light
EIASE: Kathy McKirahan
Edgar County CUSD #6: Shannon Ellis
Kansas CUSD #3: Anne Happ
Marshall CUSD #C-2: Kathy Reynolds
Martinsville CUSD #C-3: Jenny Williams
Mattoon CUSD #2: Tammy Munyon
Mid-America Preparatory School: Rick Allen
Neoga CUSD #3: Seth James
Oakland CUSD #5: Julie Findley
Okaw Valley CUSD #302: Ross Forlines
Paris CUSD #4: Chelsea McCain
Paris Cooperative High School: Jody Smith
Paris Union #95: Casey Pinnell
Shelbyville CUSD #4: Sarah Tomlin
Shiloh CUSD #1: Kendra Saddoris
Stewardson-Strasburg CUSD #5A: Sherra Johnson
St. John’s Lutheran School: Nina Curry
St. Michael School: Linda Buscher
Sullivan CUSD #300: Lori Kirk
Tuscola CUSD #301: Christy Hoel
Trinity Lutheran School: Diane Jack
Villa Grove CUSD #302: Angie Schable
Windsor CUSD #1: Mike Haddock
ROE #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipients were presented a certificate and award.
The Regional Office of Education #11 comprises 25 public schools, 4 non-public schools, and other associated regional education programs that together enroll more than 20,000 students across more than 3,500 square miles of East Central Illinois. ROE #11 is located at 730 7th Street, Charleston, IL 61920. Contact the office by calling #(217)348-0151, visiting www.roe11.org, or connecting on Facebook, X, Instagram, Youtube, or LinkedIn. #ROE11
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