With another record number of nominations received, we had a huge response to attend the Nominee Reception this year. Guests heard from each of the Class of 2023 teachers about their experiences as the last group of PreK-5th grade teachers selected, Executive Director Jennifer Stark about the process, board member Michelle Gorham, Rockford University and ROE#4. We ate, drank and took lots of photos, too!
We are grateful for sponsors Rockford University and AAA Redd Insurance/Maurice Redd who provided door prizes and refreshments! Thank you also to ROE#4 for offering professional development to those selected as finalists.
To become a finalist and potential 2025 Golden Apple Teacher, nominees need to take the next step and submit a self-reflective essay, letters of recommendation, background and schedule in a portfolio to Golden Apple by Dec. 2. Our committee will review all portfolios to select 20 finalists who will move forward in the selection process for classroom observations and interviews.