FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JUNE 27, 2013 |
GOVERNOR SCOTT PRESENTS SHINE AWARDS TO 23 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR DURING TEACHER OF THE YEAR SUMMIT
Tallahassee, Fla. - Today, Governor Rick Scott showed his appreciation for Florida’s teachers and applauded their commitment to education by presenting the Governor’s Shine Award to 23 2013-2014 District Teachers of the Year.
Governor Scott said, “Our students should have access to a high-quality education and Florida’s commitment to our teachers plays a critical role in preparing the workforce of tomorrow. I am pleased that so many of our 2013-2014 District Teachers of the Year could join us here today as we celebrate their commitment to student achievement.
“In acknowledging great teachers, I have created the Governor’s Shine Award to highlight teachers who go above and beyond the call of duty in pursuit of educational excellence. I am proud to present this distinguished award to our 2013-2014 District Teachers of the Year. I am also pleased that great teachers across the state will be receiving pay increases for their hard work and dedication to student success.”
The 2013-2014 District Teachers of the Year winners who received a Shine Award today include:
Laura King, Franklin County, Franklin County School – King has spent her 17 year teaching career at Franklin County School where she currently teaches 4th grade. She creates a nurturing and inviting classroom setting, establishing a positive learning environment for her students to relax, listen and absorb the lessons of the day.
Samantha Newsome, Liberty County, W.R. Tolar K-8 School – Newsome has been teaching for eight years and currently teaches 6th grade mathematics at W.R. Tolar K-8 School. Before beginning her teaching career, she served as a child-abuse investigator. Her years of experience with Florida children allow her to successfully involve her math students with theory, practice and humor.
Jodie Martin, Wakulla County, Medart Elementary School – Martin has been teaching for eight years, and has been teaching with Medart Elementary School for seven years where she currently teaches 5th grade inclusion. She is also the grade level chair and works with parents and teachers to coordinate fifth grade activities. Martin is committed to “teaching students, not teaching subjects.”
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