The United Family and Mrs Baird’s Bread have announced the September winners of the 12th annual Teachers On The Rise program. Since the launch of the program in August, nominations have poured in from students and families across the High Plains, according to a news release, highlighting how teachers go above and beyond the call of duty, deserving special recognition.
The winners for September include Jennifer Chado of South Georgia Elementary School (Amarillo ISD), Janice Zeissel of Fannin Middle School (Amarillo ISD), and Eric Rath of Canyon High School (Canyon ISD).
“We are thrilled for this round of winners,” said Abie Rampy, director of public relations for The United Family, in the release. “Teachers serve such a vital purpose in our communities and they are incredibly deserving of recognition. With the whole year ahead of us, we encourage students to nominate their favorite teachers every month!”
“We are on pace for a record number of nominations this school year,” added Shane Sumrow, the program’s director. “It is an honor to hear how our educators go above and beyond to impact our children. We know great things happen in classrooms every day. So, we encourage students and families to continue to nominate great educators all school year.”