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Education Foundation Of

Martin County To Host
Teacher Of The Year Awards

Celebration

Each year, the Education Foundation of Martin County
honors the area’s top teachers with its annual Teacher of
the Year Awards Celebration. Presented by Audi Stuart,
Infiniti Stuart and Alfa Romeo Stuart, more than 750 people
are expected to attend this year’s invitation-only event in
November. The winning teachers in three categories –
elementary, middle and high school – will be announced that
evening. Of those three winners, one of them is named the
top Teacher of the Year and will go on to represent Martin
County in the state competition to become the Florida
Department of Education’s Teacher of the Year.
In addition to the teacher awards, one school is
selected as the Spirit Award Winner, sponsored by Live
Hearty. The competition is usually stiff, as the schools’
staff utilize their creativity to produce themes that involve
costumes, music and more, which is all part of the event
fun. Additional award sponsors are Keiser University,
Publix Super Markets Charities and MIDFLORIDA
Credit Union.
There are 24 nominees this year, as follows:
Crista Johnson, Bessey Creek Elementary School
Wendy Duncan, Citrus Grove Elementary School
Joshua Perry, Crystal Lake Elementary School
John Fey, Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
Jessica Kujawa, Felix A. Williams Elementary School
Christina Davis, Hidden Oaks Middle School
Krista Brown, Hobe Sound Elementary School Michele Waddill, Murray Middle School “Part of our mission is to give back to the community,
Katarina Brault, Hope Center for Autism Monty Cancilla, Palm City Elementary School which has allowed us our successes,” said Carlson. “We
June Parrilli, Indiantown Middle School Kasey Cadieux, Pinewood Elementary School believe teachers are the architect of our future and we
Terrence Powell, J.D. Parker School of Science, Math Brittany Queen, Port Salerno Elementary School recognize the tireless dedication, unwavering passion,
and Tech Renee Goebel, Riverbend Academy and countless hours the educators invest in nurturing and
Jordan Hauck, Jensen Beach Elementary School Elissa Derby, SeaWind Elementary School growing young minds. It is our hope, that through our
Mike Thurman, Jensen Beach High School Kyle Gorton, South Fork High School sponsorship, we are making a meaningful impact on the
Susan Sawczak, Martin County High School Leigh Townley, Stuart Middle School lives of those who dedicate themselves selflessly in this
Joy Kastanias, Treasure Coast Classical Academy noblest of professions.”
Gloria Quintero, Warfield Elementary School The Education Foundation of Martin County is the
Janine Mulberry, Willoughby Learning Center Martin County School District’s strategic nonprofit partner
The public is encouraged to participate by voting with the mission of enriching and enhancing educational
Captain’s was established in 1980 servicing online at www.EducationFoundationMC.org and sharing opportunities and support for students and teachers in
Palm Beach County and is a privately how one of the nominees makes a positive difference at Martin County’s public schools. As an independent
owned and managed company. school or in the community. group, the foundation promotes this effort by raising and
Captain’s is committed to providing Audi Stuart, Infiniti Stuart and Alfa Romeo Stuart, distributing private and corporate funds through several
dependable, reliable and professional part of the Murgado Automotive Group, Inc., has been established programs, including classroom enrichment
ground transportation to and from all
South Florida Airports and Seaports. PBCVH212 sponsoring the Martin County Teacher of the Year event grants, mentoring programs, professional development
To reserve your vehicle: for 10 years and is the presenting sponsor. Devin Carlson, for teachers, special initiatives, scholarships and programs
561-798-2180 or 800-634-7890 www.captainsairport.com its partner and general manager, said it has been an honor to recognize outstanding teaching. For more information,
to provide ongoing support. please visit www.EducationFoundationMC.org.