
May 2, 2025
Mayra has been an integral part of Maple Elementary School for many years, with much of her time dedicated to supporting co-taught special education classrooms. Her passion lies i...

May 2, 2025
Billie Hayes is a dedicated and compassionate social worker who goes above and beyond to support both students and staff. She took the initiative to create a student leader/mentor...

May 2, 2025
Ms. Megan Mohr’s unwavering dedication to the students of Kenneth D. Bailey Academy has allowed her to develop amazing relationships in which students feel valued and heard. She l...

May 1, 2025
Tia Petersen has been an outstanding fourth grade teacher at Rossville-Alvin since 2019, consistently finding innovative ways to connect with each individual student in her classr...

May 1, 2025
It is my honor to nominate Ms. Karla Dieu for the Golden Ruler Award this year. Ms. Dieu is one of our teaching assistants. She works in a personal aide capacity and quietly works...

May 1, 2025
Mrs. Owens has served as a Pre-K Aide at Salt Fork North Elementary for many years. She is constantly working to support both students and staff in the building. Mrs. Owens has be...

May 1, 2025
Clay Woodard is a lifelong resident of Vermilion County and a graduate of the Oakwood CUSD #76 school system. Clay is a member of the Illinois State Police and sits on the Oakwood...

May 1, 2025
Marianne White is an exceptional teacher who has dedicated decades to enriching the lives of her students. As she nears retirement, she continues to create a classroom environment...

April 30, 2025
Ms. Palinski has served the district for 24 years at Mark Denman Elementary School (East Park). She builds lasting relationships with her students and families; once a Palinski ki...

April 30, 2025
Rob McConkey has consistently gone above and beyond in his commitment to the health, well-being, and performance of our student-athletes. Throughout each season, Rob dedicates num...

April 30, 2025
Shawn Bennett’s decision to not seek re-election will end a nearly four-decade run of public service. Under his leadership the district has seen transitions from VOTEC to College ...

April 30, 2025
Mrs. Hall has worked for VASE her entire teaching career, with 40 years of service. She has positively impacted the lives of so many students by teaching them valuable self-advoca...

April 30, 2025
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...

April 30, 2025
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...

April 29, 2025
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 ...

April 29, 2025
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...

April 29, 2025
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 ...

April 29, 2025
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...

April 29, 2025
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...

Congratulations to Golden Ruler Winner #1 3 - Ginger Brown, Home Program Interventionist Coordinator
April 29, 2025
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...