Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program

Winner:  Shelby Oakley, Sharpe Elementary School
Finalist:  Laura Pratt, Paducah Head Start Preschool
Finalist:  Keristen Sawyer, Paducah Head Start Preschool

Winner:   Ashli Gore, Calvert City Elementary School
Finalist:   Kathy Colvett, Benton Elementary School
Finalist:   Mallory Dunnaway, Morgan Elementary School

Winner:   Courtney Bishop, North Marshall Middle School
Finalist:   Brittney Clere, Mayfield Middle School
Finalist:   Sarah Sleadd, Graves County Middle School

Winner:   Sarah Hultman, Murray High School
Finalist:   Michele Stephens, Fulton High / Middle School
Finalist:   Sarah Brooks, McCracken County High School

Winner:   Brittany Forgey, Murray High School
Finalist:   Andrea Heisner, McCracken County High School
Finalist:   TiErica McKinney, Carlisle County High School

Winner:   Amber Parker, Ballard County Middle School
Finalist:   Stephenie Wheeler, Central Elementary School
Finalist:   Brad Darnall, South Marshall Elementary School

Winner:   Jared Frazier, Morgan Elementary School
Finalist:   Melissa Elrod, Benton Elementary and Central Elementary
Finalist:   Lorelei Walters, Carlisle County Elementary School

Winner: Gretchen Morgan, Clark Elementary School
Finalist: Katrina Franklin, Clark Elementary School
Finalist: Monica Ingram, Ballard Memorial High School

• Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric 
• Honors an educator who inspires young learners by building a strong foundation for academic and social growth in their formative years.
• Examples: Pre-K teachers, kindergarten teachers, early childhood education specialists, primary school teachers

• Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric 
• Recognizes a dedicated educator who supports and motivates students through critical stages of personal and academic development.
• Examples: Elementary teachers, special education teachers, reading and math specialists, science and social studies teachers for grades 3-5

• Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric 
• Honors the transformative impact of a distinguished educator who inspires, challenges, and empowers students through exceptional teaching.
• Examples: Middle school teachers, music teachers, orchestra instructors

• Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric
• Celebrates an educator who prepares students for future success through rigorous instruction, mentorship, and guidance.
• Examples: High school teachers, advanced placement teachers, subject-specific high school faculty

• Technical Faculty Award Rubric
• Commends the excellence of a distinguished faculty member in area technology centers, career and technical centers, or other technical programs who equip students with the skills, knowledge, and innovation to thrive in their careers and communities.
• Examples: Health science, skilled trades, engineering and manufacturing instructors; and industry-specific instructors including welding, carpentry, machine tool, and automotive technology

• Distinguished Administrator Award Rubric
• Honors a school leader who fosters a thriving, environment that benefits students, staff, and the broader community.
• Examples: Principals, assistant principals, district superintendents, instructional coordinators

• Unsung Hero Administrative Staff Award Rubric
• Recognizes a devoted member of the administrative team who provides invaluable support for students’ social, emotional, and academic well-being.
• Examples: School counselors, family resource center coordinators, student support staff, academic advisors

• Unsung Hero Support Staff Award Rubric
• Celebrates a member of the support staff whose dedication ensures a safe, welcoming, and well-functioning school environment.
• Examples: Custodians, cafeteria workers, teaching assistants, administrative assistants, transportation personnel, maintenance workers