Page 10 - Martin Downs Bulletin - October '23

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Education Foundation Of Susan Sawczak, Martin County High School “Part of our mission is to give back to the community,

Martin County To Host Michele Waddill, Murray Middle School which has allowed us our successes,” said Carlson. “We
believe teachers are the architect of our future and we
Monty Cancilla, Palm City Elementary School
Teacher Of The Year Awards Kasey Cadieux, Pinewood Elementary School recognize the tireless dedication, unwavering passion,
Brittany Queen, Port Salerno Elementary School
and countless hours the educators invest in nurturing and
Celebration Renee Goebel, Riverbend Academy growing young minds. It is our hope, that through our
Elissa Derby, SeaWind Elementary School sponsorship, we are making a meaningful impact on the
Each year, the Education Foundation of Martin County Kyle Gorton, South Fork High School lives of those who dedicate themselves selflessly in this
honors the area’s top teachers with its annual Teacher of Leigh Townley, Stuart Middle School noblest of professions.”
the Year Awards Celebration. Presented by Audi Stuart, Joy Kastanias, Treasure Coast Classical Academy The Education Foundation of Martin County is the
Infiniti Stuart and Alfa Romeo Stuart, more than 750 people Gloria Quintero, Warfield Elementary School Martin County School District’s strategic nonprofit
are expected to attend this year’s invitation-only event Janine Mulberry, Willoughby Learning Center partner with the mission of enriching and enhancing
in November. The winning teachers in three categories – The public is encouraged to participate by voting educational opportunities and support for students
elementary, middle and high school – will be announced that online at www.EducationFoundationMC.org and sharing and teachers in Martin County’s public schools. As
evening. Of those three winners, one of them is named the top how one of the nominees makes a positive difference at an independent group, the foundation promotes this
Teacher of the Year and will go on to represent Martin County school or in the community. effort by raising and distributing private and corporate
in the state competition to become the Florida Department Audi Stuart, Infiniti Stuart and Alfa Romeo Stuart, part of funds through several established programs, including
of Education’s Teacher of the Year. the Murgado Automotive Group, Inc., has been sponsoring classroom enrichment grants, mentoring programs,
In addition to the teacher awards, one school is selected the Martin County Teacher of the Year event for 10 years professional development for teachers, special initiatives,
as the Spirit Award Winner, sponsored by Live Hearty. and is the presenting sponsor. Devin Carlson, its partner scholarships and programs to recognize outstanding
The competition is usually stiff, as the schools’ staff and general manager, said it has been an honor to provide teaching. For more information, please visit www.
utilize their creativity to produce themes that involve ongoing support. EducationFoundationMC.org.
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
Katarina Brault, Hope Center for Autism
June Parrilli, Indiantown Middle School
Terrence Powell, J.D. Parker School of Science, Math
and Tech
Jordan Hauck, Jensen Beach Elementary School
Mike Thurman, Jensen Beach High School

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