LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – The United Family and Mrs Baird\u2019s Bread have announced the September winners of the 16th annual Teachers On The Rise program.<\/p>\n
The winners are Maribel Ojeda of Miller Elementary School (Lubbock ISD), Kirston Deshazo of McCool Academy (Lubbock ISD) and Lindsey Pierson of Frenship Memorial High School (Frenship ISD).<\/p>\n
Since the program\u2019s launch in August, nominations have come from students and families across the South Plains.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur teachers go above and beyond every single day, and it feels great to shine a spotlight on their hard work,\u201d said Abie Rampy, director of public relations for The United Family. \u201cThis program is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the heart of our communities, and we can\u2019t wait to see all the amazing educators who will be honored throughout the school year.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shane Sumrow, the program\u2019s director, said nominations are on pace to set a record this school year.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery day, we receive nominations from students, parents and family members telling us about how South Plains teachers go above and beyond to impact our children,\u201d Sumrow said. \u201cIt is such an honor to read countless accounts of the great things going on in our classrooms!\u201d<\/p>\n
Winning teachers receive a $100 United Supermarkets gift card, lunch for two at the Texas Tech Club and a gift box of Mrs Baird\u2019s products. Students who nominate a winning teacher receive a $50 American Express gift card.<\/p>\n
Teachers On The Rise is also sponsored by the Texas Tech Club and Atmos Energy.<\/p>\n