Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program
For the eighth year, West Kentucky Community and Technical College will honor dedicated individuals who go beyond their daily responsibilities and play a tremendous role in shaping the futures of students from pre-kindergarten through high school in our region.
Event
Thursday, March 27, 2025 • Clemens Fine Arts Center
Reception at 4:30 p.m. • Ceremony at 5:30 p.m.
About REASP
The Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program was established in August 2017 by WKCTC President Anton Reece. Dr. Reece’s vision was to recognize pre-kindergarten through high school educators, administrators and staff members who work tirelessly each day on behalf of students, parents and the community in WKCTC's service region, which includes Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Marshall, McCracken, Livingston and Lyon counties in Kentucky and Alexander, Hardin, Massac, Pope and Pulaski counties in Illinois.
Categories
Distinguished Faculty Award (Pre-Kindergarten - 4th Grade)
- 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 (5th - 8th Grade)
- Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric
- Recognizes a dedicated educator who supports and motivates students through critical stages of personal and academic development.
- Examples: Upper elementary teachers, middle school teachers, reading and math specialists, science and social studies teachers for grades 5-8
Distinguished Faculty Award (9th - 12th Grade)
- Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric
- Celebrates an educator who prepares students for future success through rigorous instruction, mentorship, and guidance.
- Examples: High school teachers, career and technical education instructors, advanced placement teachers, subject-specific high school faculty
Distinguished Administrator Award
- Distinguished Administrator Award Rubric
- Honors a school leader who fosters a thriving, inclusive environment that benefits students, staff, and the broader community.
- Examples: Principals, assistant principals, district superintendents, instructional coordinators
Cornelia Reece Unsung Hero Administrative Staff Award
- 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
Cornelia Reece Unsung Hero Support Staff Award
- 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, administrative assistants, transportation personnel, maintenance workers.
Contact
For more information about REASP, please contact Mary Beth Head • marybeth.head@kctcs.edu.
Scholarships
For more information about sponsorship and scholarship opportunities at WKCTC, contact Kyle Fisher at 270-534-3084 or kyle.fisher@kctcs.edu.
