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Honors Teacher, Staff Member Tami Riekena, Gary Eide applauded Tuesday, December 4, 2007, by Laura Schuler, C-T City Editor C-T Photo/Laura Schuler
Several Chillicothe R-2 School employees and teachers were honored Monday, December 3, 2007, during the 16th annual Teacher of the Year program held in the Chillicothe High School commons area. District Superintendent Dale Wallace served as master of ceremonies and aided by R-2 board president Eric Reeter, the two honored several district employees for their years of service. However, the highlight of the event occurred at the end of the program with the announcements of the first-ever Beacon Award and the 2007 Teacher of the Year Award. Respecively, those two awards went to Gary Eide, custodian at Grand River Tech School, and Tami Riekena, 1st grade teacher from Dewey School. Ed Douglas, Chillicothe Education Foundation president, made a few brief remarks and distributed awards totaling a combined $800 to Eide and the other staff members nominated for the Beacon Award. He also presented awards totaling $10,000 to Riekena and the other teachers nominated for the Teacher of the Year Award.
In presenting the Beacon Award, Wallace told those gathered that the award received its name because the individuals nominated for it "shine from behind the scenes" in their respective positions. The six individuals who were nominated by their schools were being recognized because of their dedication to their position, their profession, and to the children and staff of the district. Those nominated also included Connie Quigley, behavior management paraprofessional and food service clerk from Dewey School; Linda Wolf, Field School secretary; Kathy Rinchart, Central School secretary; Mary Lou Wilhoit, Chillicothe Middle School secretary; and Rick McCully, Chillicothe High School custodian. As the 2007 Beacon
Award winner, Eide received $300 and each nominee received $100 from the
Chillicothe In presenting the 2007 Teacher of the Year Award, Wallace noted that each nominee receives $500 cash and $1000 for educational supplies, equipment or professional development. He added that as the 2007 Teacher of the Year, Riekena receives $1500 cash and $1000 for educational expenses from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. In announcing Riekena as the 2007 Teacher of the Year, Wallace explained that Riekena has a firm and simple belief: One teacher can do great things and a community of teachers can move mountains. "(Riekena) demonstrates this every day through their involvement with her students, her school, her church and this community," Wallace said.
Riekena was one of six teachers nominated for the Teacher of the Year award. Others up for the honor were: Tracy MIller, third grade teacher from Field School; Kim Bloss, fourth grade LD/EMH instructor at Central School; Kristy Clampitt, sixth grade language arts teacher from Chillicothe Middle School; Donna Buzard, Spanish teacher from Chillicothe High School, and Lee Caughron, industrial welding instructor from the Grand River Technical School. Reeter also distributed plaques and pins to R-2 teachers and staff members for their years of service to the district. Phyllis Reith, R-2 bus driver, received a plaque for 35 years of service. Assistant Superintendent Dave May also received a plaque for 30 years of service to the R-2 district. Those receiving 25-year plaques were: Pam Gabel, high school science; Vickie Garrett, middle school physical education; David Goodwin, high school instrumental music; John Knouse, Central School custodian; Tami Riekena, first grade from Dewey School; and Bill Tharp, Grand River Technical School computer technology. Teachers and staff receiving 20-year pins were: Stan Baldwin, high school industrial technology; Stephanie Baldwin, middle school special education; Charlotte Miller, Central School fifth grade; Mary Quinn, GRTS secretary; Carol Radel, Central School fourth grade; Brian Thompson, GRTS agricultural education; Shelly Turner, Dewey School Title 1 reading. All those attending were invited to a reception with refreshments following the program in the commons area. Chillicothe Educational Foundation
Dinner, Reception Raises Over $18,000 CAPTION: The nominees and the recipient of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation's Teacher of the Year were recognized during a dinner reception last (Wednesday) evening at the home of Ed Milbank. Pictured, from left are: Dale Wallace, Chillicothe R-2 superintendent; Kristy Clampitt, sixth grade language arts; 2007 Teacher of the Year Tami Riekena, first grade; Donna Buzard, Spanish; Kim Bloss, fourth grade, LD/EMH; Tracy Miller, third grade; Lee Caughron, welding; and Ed Douglas, Chillicothe Educational Foundation president.
The Chillicothe Educational Foundation¹s dinner reception last (Wednesday) night for the honorees of the R-2 district's Teacher of the Year Awards and Beacon Awards netted the foundation an estimated $18,000 to $19,000. The event was held at the home of Ed Milbank, a foundation board member who has hosted the event for the past several years. The gathering is the largest fund-raiser of the year for the foundation, which works to encourage and promote excellence in education. Ed Douglas, president of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation, spoke briefly to the crowd and thanked them for attending and generously donating to the foundation. "2007 marks the 16th year the Chillicothe School District has recognized excellence in the classroom by naming a Teacher of the Year," Douglas said. "With the generous support of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation, we are pleased to be able to award $10,000 to six individuals who are truly dedicated to their profession and representative of excellence in the classroom." The money raised through the evening helps fund the foundation's Mini Grant program, the administration of several scholarships and the foundation's Teacher of the Year program. The Teacher of the Year program provides nominated teachers cash awards and funds for education supplies, equipment or professional development. Each of the nominees receive $500 cash and $1,000 for educational supplies, etc. The winner of The Teacher of the Year Award receives $1,500 cash and $1,000 for educational expenses. Douglas introduced the nominees and the winner of the Teacher of the Year Tami Riekena, Dewey School first grade teacher. Others up for the honor who were recognized were: Traci Miller, third grade teacher at Field School; Kim Bloss, fourth grade LD/EMH at Central School; Kristy Clampitt, sixth grade language arts teacher at Chillicothe Middle School; Donna Buzard, Spanish teacher at Chillicothe High School; and Lee Caughron, welding instructor at Grand River Technical School.
Others who were recognized were Beacon Award nominees. "We are pleased to be able to recognized the first ever Beacon Award winner," Douglas explained. "This award is called the Beacon Award because these individuals shine from behind the scenes in their respective positions." This year, six individual nominees were recognized for the dedication to their position, their profession and to the children and staff of the Chillicothe R-2 School District. "We are very grateful for the work they do," Douglas said. Each Beacon Award nominee received $100 cash and the winner received $300. Douglas introduced the nominees and the winner of the Beacon Award, Gary Eide, custodian at Grand River Technical School. Others up for the Beacon Award honor were: Connie Quigley, behavioral management paraprofessional and food service clerk at Garrison and Dewey; Linda Wolf, secretary at Field; Kathy Rinehart, secretary at Central; Mary Lou Wilhoit, secretary at Chillicothe Middle School; and Rick McCully, custodian at Chillicothe High School. Douglas recognized other members of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation Board: Dale Wallace, Dave May, Ed Milbank, Brenda Fellhoelter, Mary Staton, Inger Young, Mike Turner, Bruce Brodmerkle, Julie McCoy and Lindy Chapman. Close This Window |
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Named 2006 Teacher of the Year By LAURA SCHULER/C-T City Editor, Tuesday, December 5, 2006
CAPTION: Chillicothe R-2 Superintendent Dale Wallace (back row, left), announced the recipient of the 2006 Teacher of the Year yesterday (Monday) at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. Each nominee for the reward received the following from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation: $500 cash and $1,000 for educational supplies, equipment or professional development. The recipient of the award received $1,500 cash and $1,000 for educational items, also from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Pictured are the nominees for the award, from left: Charlotte Miller, Central School fifth grade teacher; Wallace, Mary Turner, Title Reading teacher at Field School; Keith Dietzschold, Grand River Technical School agriculture education instructor, recipient; Carrie Frakes, Dewey School first Grade teacher; Phil Willard, athletic director, head football coach and physical education instructor; Janet Barnart, communication arts, reading and journalism teacher at the Chillicothe Middle School; Ed Douglas, Chillicothe Educational Foundation president.
CAPTION: Grand River Technical School agriculture education instructor Keith Dietzschold accepted the 2006 Teacher of the Year Award from R-2 School Superintendent Dale Wallace yesterday (Monday), during an awards ceremony held at Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. Other teachers nominated for the award were, from left: Phil Willard, athletic director, high school head football coach and physical education instructor; Charlotte Miller, fifth grade Central School teacher; Mary Turner, Title Reading teacher at Field School; Carrie Frakes, first grade teacher at Dewey School; and Janet Barnhart, communication arts, reading and journalism teacher at the Chillicothe MIddle School. Several Chillicothe R-2 School employees and teachers were honored Monday during the 15th annual Teacher of the Year program held at Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. District Superintendent Dale Wallace served as master of ceremonies and aided by R-2 board president John Cook, the two honored several district employees for their years of service. However, the highlight of the event occurred at the end of the program with the announcement of the 2006 Teacher of the Year. That award went to Keith Dietzschold, Grand River Technical School agriculture education instructor. In accepting his award, Dietzschold expressed his gratitude to the Education Foundation, R-2 administrators, R-2 school board members, teachers, students and parents. "Without them, there¹s no way you can accomplish all you do for education," he noted shortly after receiving the award. He added, "I also want to thank my fellow agriculture teachers for their support and willingness to work together for the good of our department." As the 2006 Teacher of the Year, Dietzschold receives $1,500 cash and $1,000 for educational expenses from Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Ed Douglas, foundation president, made a few remarks and distributed awards totaling a combined $10,000 to Dietzschold and the other teachers nominated for the award. "There are many things that affect quality education, but good teaching is where the rubber meets the road. It¹s what really makes a difference," he said prior to the big announcement. Douglas explained that the foundation also works to encourage excellence in education through its Mini Grant program and the administration of several scholarships. He also noted that Chillicothe Educational Foundation has also been working on the future expansion of the school district by purchasing land north of the high school. In announcing Dietzschold as the 2006 Teacher of the Year, Wallace explained that the agriculture educational instructor was asked by his supervising teacher to live and learn by three simple rules. Be prepared, take care of discipline, and don¹t forget your family. "People who know (Dietzschold) will say he does just that," Wallace said. He added that it was written that great teachers believe in education and believe in service. "The Teacher of the Year demonstrates this every day through his involvement with the students, the school, his church, the community and even state and national organizations," Wallace said. The superintendent also said that Dietzschold has been described in many different ways ‹ a tireless worker, kind, professional, positive, creative, eager to help, dedicated, mentor and advisor. Among many awards, Dietzschold has previously received the Outstanding Teacher Award from the University of Missouri, Eddy Award from Missouri Public Education and Teacher of the Year from the Missouri Vocational Association. Dietzschold¹s nomination letter reads as follows: "Mr. Dietzschold has been teaching for 22 years with the last 10 being an agriculture education instructor at the GRTS. For Mr. D, the greatest reward of teaching walks through his door every day... and that is his students. "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, and Living to Serve," is the FFA motto. Mr. Dietzschold believes that we cannot teach teach our students if we do not believe or live what we teach. If there's a person who lives what they teach, then Mr. Dietzschold exemplifies what teaching is all about. Not only does he teach his students about agriculture, he teaches them about the importance of being able to provide for themselves and their families. His students are always prepared for the next step in their careers, both technically and academically, because of the strong foundation of skill, experience, and drive the Mr. Dietzschold instills in them. One student wrote of Mr. "D", He demands that students work hard and does not accept less than our best, and when we find our best, he teaches us how to use it." Dietzschold was one of six teachers nominated for the Teacher of the Year award. Others up for the honor were: Carrie Frakes, Dewey School first grade teacher; Mary Turner, Field School Title 1 reading teacher; Charlotte Miller, Central School fifth grade teacher; Janet Barnhart, middle school communication arts, reading and journalism teacher; and Phil Willard, athletic director, head football coach, and high school physical education instructor. The nominated teachers each received $500 cash and $1,000 for educational supplies, equipment or professional development, also from Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Cook also distributed plaques and pins to R-2 teachers for their years of service to the district. Those honored with plaques for 30 years of service were: Pam Brobst, Dewey School principal; Donna Buzard, high school Spanish; John Musser, high school science; James Radel, middle school social studies; Butch Rardon, R-2 bus mechanic; Kathy Rinehart, Central School secretary; Margaret Vance, Central School art; Roger Wolf, GRTS director. Receiving plaques for 25 years of service to the district were: Amy Baker, high school and Field physical education; Cindy Baker, high school counselor; Diana Boyd, high school secretary; Mary Dusenberry, Field School aide; Maurice Farrell, high school librarian; Jenny Marks, Field School aide; Emily O¹Dell, Central School fourth grade; Carolyn Rader, high school cafeteria; Jody Rodenberg, Field School third grade. Those receiving pins for 20 years of service were Terri Figg, elementary speech pathology; Mike Lair, high school social studies. Teachers receiving pins for 15 years of service were: Mike Christopher, middle school custodian; Nancy Elliott, middle school alternative school; Cynthia Foster, high school social studies; Dianna Haynes, elementary behavioral management; Mary Turner, Field School Title 1; Debra Willard, Dewey School kindergarten. Those receiving pins for 10 years of service were: Patty Adkison, Dewey School kindergarten; Jayme Caughron, GRTS assistant director; Laurinda Davison, middle school librarian; Keith Dietzschold, GRTS agriculture education; Vicky Duckworth, GRTS electronics; Chad Dudley, GRTS diesel mechanics; Jill Gibson, Garrison PAT; Arch Haslar, GRTS collision tech; Gary Huckaby, GRTS custodian; Tracy Miller, Field School third grade; Polly Musselman, elementary computer supervisor; Connie Quigley, Dewey School cafeteria clerk/aide; Jane Schmitz, Garrison preschool; Debbie Shafer, high school aide; Annie Shipp, high school math; Chad Snyder, high school physical education; Nancy Thorne, high school science. Receiving five year pins for their years of service were: Tom Gatson, high school social studies; Rick McCully, high school custodian; Tony Perry, assistant high school principal; Patty Slattery, middle school aide; Dale Wallace, superintendent; Karen Young, Field School cafeteria clerk/library aide. Several other school board members were also on hand for the event including: Julie McCoy, Rick Baker, Neil Dietz and Randy Constant. All those attending were invited to a reception with refreshments following the program in the performing arts center lobby.
Chillicothe R-2 employees honored yesterday (Monday) for 25 years of service to the district are, from left: Mary Dusenberry, Field School aide; Diana Boyd, high school secretary; Jenny Marks, Field School aide; Cindy Baker, high school counselor; Jody Rodenberg, third grade teacher; Amy Baker, high school and field physical education teacher; Emily O'Dell, fourth grade teacher; Maurice Ferrell, high school librarian. Not pictured is Carolyn Rader, high school cafeteria worker.
Chillicothe R-2 employees honored yesterday (Monday) for 30 years of service to the district are, from left: Margaret Vance, Central art teacher; Kathy Rinehart, Central secretary; John Musser, high school science teacher; Pam Brobst, Dewey School principal; Butch Rardon, R-2 bus mechanic; Donna Buzard, high school Spanish teacher. Not pictured is Jim Radel, middle school social studies teacher; and Roger Wolf, Grand River Technical School co-director. C-T Photo/Laura Schuler
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Education Foundation Event Raises Over $14,000
Over $14,000 was raised on the night of January, 18, 2006 at the home of Ed Milbank during the Chillicothe Education Foundation's annual dinner. More than 100 people attended the event, which set a fund-raising record for the foundation. The funds raised are used to encourage excellence in education through honoring the district's outstanding teachers and funding the foundation's Mini Grant program. The foundation also annually awards several scholarships to students. “The Education Foundation helps benefit our schools and make them a little better than they already are,” Ed Douglas, president, told the crowd. He added that the foundation also worked in recent years to raise funds to purchase the 60 acres of land north of the high school where the district may move all of its buildings someday. He went on to thank those for attending the dinner, which he termed as one of the premier social event of the year in Chillicothe. Rosie
Smith Named 2005
Teacher of the Year
The Chillicothe Education Foundation awarded Rosie and the other five teacher nominees $10,000 to help them in their classroom and award them for their dedication to their profession and excellence in the classroom. Each individual received $500 in cash and $1000 for educational supplies, equipment, or professional development. The Teacher of the Year received $1500 cash and $1000 for educational items. Each building nominated someone to represent their facility. From Garrison and Dewey Elementary, Mrs. Nancy Nowland has been teaching 20 years with the last 10 years in Chillicothe where she teaches Kindergarten at Dewey Elementary School. She gets great enjoyment from the warmth that comes from the sparkle in a child's eye as they sound out a word for the first time and realize they can read. Mrs. Tammy Price
represented Central Elementary School. Mrs. Price has been teaching 14
years with the last 10 The Chillicothe Middle School teacher was Mrs. Terri Willard. She has been teaching 33 years with the last 25 years in Chillicothe, the last 10 teaching Communication Arts in the 7th and 8th grades. She believes every student has the potential to do great things and that her job is to get them to believe it. Her colleagues know her to be a tireless and selfless educator who always puts her students first. Mrs. Dorlene Meneely was nominated fro the high school Mrs. Meneely has been teaching 29 years with 22 of those years in Chllicothe where she has taught art at Kindergarten through grade four for nine years and at the high school for the last 13 years. She brings a level of energy and enthusiasm to her classroom that is truly remarkable. Her teaching centers on helping students become responsible learners, helping them however and whenever they need it. Mr. Arch Haslar was the nominee from the Grand River Area Vocational Technical School. Mr. Haslar has been teaching for 9 years with all nine being in the Auto Collision Technology classroom at GRTS. The greatest reward for him walks through his door every day - his students. He not only teaches his students collision technology, but also teaches them about the importance of being able to provide for themselves and their families. His students are always prepared for the next step in their careers, both technically and academically. Also announced at the awards ceremony was the fact that the Hedrick and Lawson Foundations will be proceeding with the air conditioning project at Dewey Elementary, with preliminary work beginning in December, with the work bid out in late January to early February. By next August, Dewey will begin school in air conditioned comfort. The Chillicothe Teacher Association hosted the reception, serving cookies and punch after the award presentation. Smith Named 2005 R-2 Teacher of the Year
C-T Photo/Laura Schuler Several R-2 employees and teachers were honored Monday during the 14th annual Teacher of the Year program held at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. District Superintendent Dale Wallace served as master of ceremonies and aided by R-2 board president David Williams, the two honored several district employees for their years of service. However, the highlight of the half-hour event occurred at the end of the program with the announcement of the 2005 Teacher of the Year. That award went to Rosie Smith, special education teacher at Field School. “I never, in my wildest dreams thought something like this would happen to me,” Smith said, shortly after receiving the award. She added, “I have long believed that you're only as good as the people you work with and I've been privileged to work with a wonderful bunch of people.” As the 2005 Teacher of the year, Smith receives $1,500 cash and $1,000 for educational expenses from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Ed Douglas, foundation president, made a few brief remarks and handed out awards totaling a combined $10,000 to Smith and the other teachers nominated for the award. Douglas noted that every year, he relishes the opportunity to honor the “best of the best” within the R-2 school system on behalf of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. “What teachers do is extremely significant in that they help mold and shape our youth,” Douglas said. He explained that the foundation also works to encourage excellence in education through its Mini Grant program and the administration of several scholarships. In announcing Smith as the 2005 Teacher of the Year, Wallace explained that the special education teacher possesses three important qualities that distinguish her as a great teacher: A truly caring attitude and willingness to go the extra mile to guide a student to their highest potential, a compelling desire to share her time and knowledge and discover, along with her students, all of the unknowns of the world, and the dedication to search for new approaches that will meet the need of every child. “The 2005 Teacher of the Year has been described in many different ways...a tireless worker, kind, professional, positive, creative, eager to help and dedicated,” Wallace told the crowd. Close This Window |
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of $13,000 Raised at Education Foundation DinnerHonors 2004 Teachers of the Year By MEGAN NEIS / C-T Staff Writer Thursday, January 20, 2005 Photo by BK Web Works The nominees and the winner of the Chillicothe R-2 District Teacher of the Year award were honored
(January 19) at the home of Ed Milbank during the Chillicothe Educational Foundation's annual dinner. Pictured from left: Lisa Gann, Field School second grade teacher; Jane Schmitz, early intervention specialist at Garrison School; Ed Douglas, Chillicothe Education Foundation president; Stephanie Baldwin, learning disabilities teacher at Central School and Chillicothe Middle School; Larry Vance, Teacher of the Year, history teacher at Chillicothe High School; Dale Wallace, R-2 superintendent; Nancy Burtch, math and computer applications teacher at the Grand River Technical School; Betty Sue Radcliff, library media specialist at Dewey, Field and Central Schools.
Around $13,000 was raised last (Wednesday) night at the home of Ed Milbank during the Chillicothe Education Foundation's annual dinner. Nearly 100 people attended the event, which set a fund-raising record for the foundation.
Vance Named 2004
Teacher of the Year Several R-2 employees and teachers were honored on Monday, December 6, 2004, during the 13th annual Teacher of the Year program held at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. District Superintendent Dale Wallace served as master of ceremonies and aided by R-2 board president John
Marcolla, the two honored several district employees for their years of service. However, the highlight of the half-hour event occurred at the end of the program with the announcement of the 2004 Teacher of the Year. That award went to Larry Vance, high school American history teacher. As the 2004 Teacher of the year, Vance receives $1,500 cash and $1,000 for educational expenses from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Ed Douglas, foundation president, made a few brief remarks and handed out awards totaling a combined $10,000 to Vance and the other teachers nominated for the award. "As teachers, you all have an opportunity every day to encourage and make a difference in youth and we applaud you," Douglas said on behalf of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation just prior to the big announcement. Douglas explained that the foundation also works to encourage excellence in education through its Mini Grant program, the administration of several scholarships and the purchase of 60 acres of land near the high school for future growth. In announcing Vance as the 2004 Teacher of the Year, Wallace explained that the American history teacher possesses three qualities distinguishing him as a great instructor: An extensive knowledge of the subject matter, a compelling desire to share knowledge and discover along with his students "all of the unknowns in the world," and an incredible energy that inspires students to achieve in the classroom and contribute to the community.
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Science Teacher is 2003 Teacher of the YearBy MEGAN NEIS / C-T Staff Writer December 2, 2003 Chillicothe R-2 High School Science instructor Debbie Goodwin (right) works Goodwin is a science teacher at Chillicothe High School and has been in the educational field for 21 years. "High energy, impeccably prepared, professional and ethical are characteristics that depict Mrs. Goodwin and her approach in the classroom," wrote Bob Levy, CHS principal, of Goodwin serving as the school's representative for the award. "She is known for her high expectations of the students and holds herself accountable for her students' success." Goodwin attended Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo., completing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. She began work on her graduate degree in 2000 and earned her Masters in Education degree from Central Methodist College in Fayette, Mo., in July 2002. Since 1995, Goodwin has taught science at the Chillicothe High School. She has also taught at Meadville R-IV School and Jarrett Junior High School in Springfield, Mo. Goodwin is a member of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Missouri State Teachers Association and the Chillicothe Teacher's Association. She has made presentations at NSTA conferences every year since April 2000 and has been accepted to present at the NSTA national conference in Atlanta, Ga., in April 2004. In October, Goodwin was chosen to become a Polymer Ambassador. This is a selected group of approximately 20 teachers from around the national who give presentations and conduct workshops on the local and national level. "I never really considered a career besides teaching," said Goodwin. "I have always had enthusiasm for learning and youth." Goodwin believes that one of her greatest contributions to education in Chillicothe is the establishment of the Materials Science and Technology (MST) class as an elective science course. Chillicothe was the first school in the state of Missouri to make this course a part of its curriculum. Goodwin is active in the community through involvement with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). She volunteers her time in student service projects and raising money to send students to summer leadership camps. She is active in the United Methodist Church, serving in the adult bell choir and assisting with the high school youth group.
Other nominees for Teacher of the Year: Katherine Gibson, Speech & Language, Dewey Elementary School; John Debey, Industrial Technology, Chillicothe Middle School; Jonalyn Nyberg, Title I for grades 4, 5, and 6, Central School; Dee Alden, Third Grade, Field Elementary School; and Sam Smith, Automotive Technology, Grand River Technical School. Close This Window |
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Named R-2 Teacher of the Year Others Awarded Service Plaques at Annual Banquet Chillicothe Constitution Tribune, Tuesday, December 21, 2002 Dave Kinnamon, C-T Staff Writer "Those that do teach young babes, do it with gentle means and tasks," wrote William Shakespeare in "Othello." This past Friday evening, Chillicothe R-2 School District officials paid homage to six of their best teachers and named the 2002 Teacher of the Year. The presentations were made at the school district's Christmas dinner held at the Chillicothe Elk's Lodge. The dinner began at 6:30 p.m. This year's dinner marked the 11th year that the Chillicothe School District has recognized excellence in the classroom by naming a Teacher of the Year, who for this year is Jayme Caughron. Caughron (pronounced "kaw-run") is a business teacher at the Grand River Technical School, where she has taught for the last six years. Caughron has been a teacher since 1991. (For more on Caughron, visit the GRTS news page). The district also honored individual building teachers of the year, all of whom were finalists for the 2002 Teacher of the Year. The Chillicothe Educational Foundation awarded each building nominee $500 cash and $1,000 for educational supplies, for a grand total of $10,000 in gifts to teachers at this year's annual Christmas dinner. Close This Window |
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Tami Riekena, first grade teacher at Dewey School, works with some of her
students on their reading skills in her classroom.
Educational Foundation. As
introducing Eide as one of the nominees for the award, Wallace noted that
the custodian has worked at Grand River Technical School for 17 years.
"Ask anyone who knows Gary and they will speak of his leadership,
compassion, loyalty, dedication, and caring heart," Wallace said. He
added that Gary is quick to speak of the success of others, downplaying
his own role in the success of the school. "Many know (Eide) as he
greets them every evening, others will have their questions answered as he
mans the front desk, and for others it is just his smile that touches
their lives," Wallace said.
Keith Dietzschold (left) was awarded the 2006 Teacher of the Year award yesterday (Monday) during an awards ceremony held at Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. Pictured with Dietzschold is Ed Douglas, president of Chillicothe Educational Foundation.
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The auditorium broke out into applause as Rosie Smith (second from right) was named the 2005 R-2 Teacher of the Year during the annual awards ceremony held
Monday at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. The special education instructor at Field School was among six teachers district wide nominated for the honor. As the Teacher of the Year, Smith receives $1,500 cash and $1,000 for education items from the Chillicothe Educational Foundation. Those nominated for the award received $500 cash and $1,000 for educational supplies, equipment or professional development, also courtesy of the Chillicothe Educational Foundation.
Many R-2 District employees were honored Monday for their years of service to the district at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center. Among those honored was Bev Davis, Central School library aide, who received a plaque from John
Marcolla, R-2 board president, for her 40 years of service to the district. 