Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program
For the ninth 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.
ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS NOW!
We are currently accepting nominations for the 2026 REASP!
Event
The ninth annual Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program (REASP) will take
place on March 26, 2026, in the Clemens Fine Arts Center.
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.
EXCITING UPDATES
Discover updates to REASP– it’s bigger and better than ever before!
Categories
- Distinguished Faculty Award Rubric (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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 (link coming October 20)
- 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
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.
