Vermilion County - Regional Office of Education #54

Cheryl Steiner has served the students, employees and communities of the Hoopeston Area school district as Board Vice President for four years. She serves with a positive attitude...

Since joining the Potomac CUSD 10 School Board in November 1999, Kristi Hawker has been a steadfast advocate for education and community engagement. A valued member of the communi...

Alison currently serves as the ATHS academic advisor, sub coordinator, and cheerleading coach. Alison is in her second year as academic advisor having previously been head of the ...

Portia Lillard, affectionately known as “Top Notch Security,” has been with District 118 for 20 years. Portia wears many hats, but within the past several years she has been the f...

Vince Frost embodies the spirit of the Golden Ruler Award through his unwavering dedication, responsiveness, and genuine kindness. He is not only quick to assist but does so with ...

After 20 years in the Oakwood School District #76, Dinah Clingan is retiring in June. Dinah started as the Financial Secretary at Oakwood High School and then moved to the central...

Since she was hired as a Special Education Teacher in 2017, Kirsten Thornsbrough has made an incredible impact on the lives of every student she serves. Her unwavering belief that...

Ginger Brown is an integral part of Edison Elementary School. If there is a role to fill, Mrs. Brown has already filled it or is always willing to fill it. She communicates with s...

Mrs. Fox is a dedicated Special Education teacher at Salt Fork South Elementary, where she is an invaluable asset to both her students and colleagues. With a heart for helping eve...

We are excited to highlight Mrs. Carolyn Surowka for her exceptional contributions as our 7th grade math teacher at MMJH. Her dedication goes beyond the classroom, as she also coa...

Mrs. Erin Wells has established herself as an anchor teacher-leader at Judith Giacoma Elementary School. For 21 years her passion for students, learning, collaboration, and adapti...

Amanda embodies leadership, dedication, and a true passion for education. As a pillar of our junior high, she has willingly taken on multiple leadership roles while also planning ...

Since joining Potomac Grade School in August 2021, Emily Harms has made a profound impact as a speech-language pathologist. With a passion for helping students find their voices—b...

Tom White is deserving of the 2025 Golden Ruler Award due to his constant dedication to the students and staff of Meade Park Elementary. Mr. White greets students and parents with...

Mrs. Gooden has worked at Middlefork School for the past 21 years. She has worked with students of all grade levels, and she has the gift of being able to create relationships wit...

Mrs. Elliott has served children in the Hoopeston Area District for 15 years. When she retires at the end of this school year, she will be greatly missed as a woman of honor and i...

Ms. Bays is a highly effective teacher in Danville District #118 who engages her students within each lesson. She maintains a positive learning environment in her classroom and ma...

Amy has been nominated for the Golden Ruler by the Regional Office of Education for her willingness to step in and help in all situations. She is organized, data driven, and hard ...

Mikey Mayer has been a dedicated music teacher at Armstrong Ellis Grade School for the past four years, inspiring students to excel in music, chorus, and band. His enthusiasm and ...

Madeline has been a dedicated second-grade teacher at Armstrong Ellis Grade School for the past four years. She is committed to helping her students grow and learn, building stron...