
April 29, 2025
After 20 years in the Oakwood School District #76, Dinah Clingan is retiring in June. Dinah started as the Financial Secretary at Oakwood High School and then moved to the central...

April 29, 2025
Since she was hired as a Special Education Teacher in 2017, Kirsten Thornsbrough has made an incredible impact on the lives of every student she serves. Her unwavering belief that...

Congratulations to Golden Ruler Winner #1 3 - Ginger Brown, Home Program Interventionist Coordinator
April 29, 2025
Ginger Brown is an integral part of Edison Elementary School. If there is a role to fill, Mrs. Brown has already filled it or is always willing to fill it. She communicates with s...

April 28, 2025
Mrs. Fox is a dedicated Special Education teacher at Salt Fork South Elementary, where she is an invaluable asset to both her students and colleagues. With a heart for helping eve...

April 28, 2025
We are excited to highlight Mrs. Carolyn Surowka for her exceptional contributions as our 7th grade math teacher at MMJH. Her dedication goes beyond the classroom, as she also coa...

April 28, 2025
Mrs. Erin Wells has established herself as an anchor teacher-leader at Judith Giacoma Elementary School. For 21 years her passion for students, learning, collaboration, and adapti...

April 28, 2025
Amanda embodies leadership, dedication, and a true passion for education. As a pillar of our junior high, she has willingly taken on multiple leadership roles while also planning ...

April 27, 2025
Since joining Potomac Grade School in August 2021, Emily Harms has made a profound impact as a speech-language pathologist. With a passion for helping students find their voices—b...

April 27, 2025
Tom White is deserving of the 2025 Golden Ruler Award due to his constant dedication to the students and staff of Meade Park Elementary. Mr. White greets students and parents with...

April 26, 2025
Mrs. Gooden has worked at Middlefork School for the past 21 years. She has worked with students of all grade levels, and she has the gift of being able to create relationships wit...

April 26, 2025
Mrs. Elliott has served children in the Hoopeston Area District for 15 years. When she retires at the end of this school year, she will be greatly missed as a woman of honor and i...

April 26, 2025
Ms. Bays is a highly effective teacher in Danville District #118 who engages her students within each lesson. She maintains a positive learning environment in her classroom and ma...

April 25, 2025
Amy has been nominated for the Golden Ruler by the Regional Office of Education for her willingness to step in and help in all situations. She is organized, data driven, and hard ...

April 25, 2025
Mikey Mayer has been a dedicated music teacher at Armstrong Ellis Grade School for the past four years, inspiring students to excel in music, chorus, and band. His enthusiasm and ...

April 25, 2025
Madeline has been a dedicated second-grade teacher at Armstrong Ellis Grade School for the past four years. She is committed to helping her students grow and learn, building stron...

October 8, 2024
Congratulations to Alex on earning his State of Illinois High School Diploma! We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what is next! Thank you to his home district for giving ...

September 26, 2024
The Vermilion County Regional Office of Education has more than 50 new reasons to smile. Students supported by the ROE's Truants' Alternative & Optional Education Program (TAOEP)...

August 14, 2024
Hooray for Mary! She has officially earned her State of Illinois High School Diploma! It wasn't easy, but she never gave up! Mary plans to go to DACC & pursue a career in Social W...

May 22, 2024
Michael Soderstrom was chosen due his steadfast commitment to the success of our 6th grade students at Hoopeston Area Middle School. He is the consummate team player and facilitat...

May 22, 2024
This is the third year that Oakwood Grade School has been blessed with having Mrs. Pribble serve as our School Social Worker. Mrs. Pribble does whatever is needed to ensure our st...