Liberty Common High School’s Chris Reynolds Recognized for Excellence in Education
FORT COLLINS, CO – March 7, 2025 – One Northern Colorado educator just received national recognition for his dedication to student success. Chris Reynolds, assistant principal at Liberty Common High School, has been awarded the Milken Educator Award, a prestigious honor often called the “Oscars of Teaching.” Along with the national recognition, Reynolds also received a $25,000 unrestricted cash prize.
Reynolds had no idea he was about to be honored when he stepped into a school assembly with Colorado Commissioner of Education Susana Córdova. The surprise was unveiled when Milken Educator Awards Senior Vice President Dr. Jane Foley took the stage, changing Reynolds’ career forever.
Recognizing Leadership and Impact
Reynolds is Colorado’s sole Milken Award recipient for the 2024-25 season and the 95th educator in the state to earn this distinction since the program began in 1989. The award celebrates his instructional leadership, dedication to academic rigor, and deep commitment to student success.
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