McCracken County Public Schools is proud to celebrate its educators and staff members who were recognized during the Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program (REASP), held on the campus of West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
The annual event honors educators and education professionals from across the region for their excellence, dedication, and lasting impact on students and school communities. This year’s ceremony featured a record number of nominees, showcasing the outstanding work happening throughout the region.
McCracken County Schools was well represented, with the following individuals nominated:
Jordan Blankenship; Lori Boyles; Sarah Brooks; Terry Collins; Tara T.J. Davidson; Kaylee Dickens; Elizabeth Faughn; Amy Gloyd; Micah Greene; Carla Hagan; Megan Hall; Andrea Heisner; Amberly Houser; Brittany Lindberg; Romina Maldonado; Jaci Manning; Melanie Martin; Sara Martin; Belle McBride; Deanna Geittmann McClure; Nathan Metzger; Lauren Michaels; Ami Middleton; Holly Miller; Samantha Mitchell; Emily Morehead; Dr. Lakshmi O’Bryan; Christy Ortega; Johnna Puryear; Haley Rackley; Amanda Rivera; Sara Sanderson; Molly Smith; Jennifer Solomon; Erin Soltys; Lonna Starnes; Bre Sykes Podunajec; Heather Thornton; Wendy Turnage; Allie Wilson.
Several McCracken County educators were also recognized as finalists and award recipients:
Sarah Brooks, McCracken County High School, finalist for the
Distinguished Faculty Award (9th–12th Grade)
Andrea Heisner, McCracken County High School, finalist for the
Technical Faculty Award (9th–12th Grade)
Nancy Powless, retired McCracken County educator, recipient of the
President’s Award
“We are incredibly proud of each of these educators and staff members,” said Superintendent Josh Hunt. “Being nominated for this level of recognition speaks volumes about their commitment to students, their profession, and our community.”
The REASP program recognizes individuals across multiple categories, including classroom teachers, administrators, and support staff, all of whom play a vital role in student success.
McCracken County Schools extends its congratulations to all nominees, finalists, and award recipients for their dedication and continued impact.