Celebrating Our Final Round of Teachers on the Rise!
The final time this school year, The United Family and Mrs Baird’s Bread® are excited to recognize the honorees of our annual Teachers on the Rise program. Since the program launched last fall, students and families across Texas have nominated a record number of educators for going the extra mile. Their stories remind us of how much impact great teachers make on their communities.
A big thank you to our team members who attend the award presentations each month—you help make these moments even more special for the educators being celebrated.
April Winners
Amarillo:
- LaDonna Parks, West Texas Elementary School (Plemons-Stinnett-Phillips CISD)
- Zach Craddock, Canyon Junior High School (Canyon ISD)
- J.C. King, West Texas High School (Plemons-Stinnett-Phillips CISD)
Lubbock:
- Reagan Pierce, Lubbock Cooper North Elementary (LCISD)
- Stephanie Luna, Levelland Middle School (Levelland ISD)
- Elizabeth Murray-Seaman, Byron Martin Technology Center (Lubbock ISD)
North Texas:
- Courtney Moitz, Tom Hicks Elementary (Lewisville ISD)
- Dominga Shugart, Schimelpfenig Middle School (Plano ISD)
- Ashley Snider, Flower Mound High School (Lewisville ISD)
May Winners
Amarillo:
- Nicole Samaniego, Coronado Elementary School (AISD)
- Xitlaly Barba, Bonham Middle School (AISD)
- Melissa Rodriquez, Tulia High School (Tulia ISD)
Lubbock:
- Jessica Hantz, Bennett Elementary School (Frenship ISD)
- Madi Cable, Dunbar College Preparatory Academy (Lubbock ISD)
- Erin Linton, Lubbock High School (Lubbock ISD)
North Texas:
- Amy Chang, Centennial Elementary School (Plano ISD)
- Maddy Freeland, Bowman Middle School (Plano ISD)
- Alec Salas, Emerson High School (Frisco ISD)
“Our teachers go above and beyond every single day, and it has been amazing to shine a spotlight on their hard work all year long,” said Abie Rampy, director of public relations for The United Family. “Thank you to all of our team members who attended the award presentation for their program. You are truly helping make a positive impact on your community. We can’t wait for next year!”
Each winning teacher receives a gift bag full of Mrs Baird’s goodies as well as gift cards. Students who submit a winning nomination also receive a $50 American Express gift card. We’re proud to partner with Mrs Baird’s Bread® and several community organizations to make this program possible.
If you live in a participating area, keep an eye out for the program to start again for the new school year! You will have more chances to nominate teachers in your area who go above and beyond! Let’s continue shining a light on those who make a difference every day!
**Photos will continue to be uploaded as they are received from all presentations**
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