Congressman Vern Buchanan announced today that eight teachers in Florida’s 16th Congressional District were chosen for the Congressional Teacher Awards. Five of them teach in Manatee County, and three in Hillsborough County.
The Congressional Teacher Awards, established by Buchanan in 2014, are given out annually to exceptional Suncoast teachers for their outstanding achievements on behalf of students.
“While they may not always receive the appreciation or recognition they deserve, teachers have one of the most important and difficult professions of all,” Buchanan said. “That is why I established the Congressional Teacher Awards – to honor educators for the crucial role they play in our community and inspire our younger generations.”
This year’s Manatee County award recipients include:
Lori Catalani, a third-grade teacher at Sea Breeze Elementary School
Stephanie Wajszczuk, ESE teacher at Ballard Elementary School
Kathleen Brown, a math teacher at Braden River Middle School
Kendall Carrier, music teacher at Parrish Community High School
Ann Fleury, a math teacher at Lakewood Ranch High School
“On behalf of all of my constituents in the 16th Congressional District, I congratulate each of these outstanding teachers and offer my sincere appreciation for their service and dedication,” concluded Buchanan.
A total of 16 teachers who teach and live in Florida’s 16th District were nominated for the award by their principals. An independent panel of judges from Manatee and Hillsborough counties chose the recipients of the Congressional Teacher Awards.
The eight winners were given a certificate and recognized by the congressman in the Congressional Record for their achievements.
This Good News is based on a press release provided by Congressman Vern Buchanan's office.