AWARDS AND HONORS
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The following are state, regional and national distinctions awarded to teachers and programs from Connecticut through the National Association of Agriculture Educators and our affiliate Region VI.
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The application details, rubrics and instructions for the 2019 NAAE awards are now updated and available. Please access any award application and information through the NAAE website.
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national agriscience teacher of the year
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as individuals that have inspired and enlightened their students through engaging and interactive lesson ins the science of agriculture.
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Bethany Knowlton, 2012
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outstanding young member award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators to recognize young teacher's participation in professional activities.
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Sarah Larose, 2014
Jennifer Cushman, 2013 Bethany Royer, 2011 Mia Haaland, 2003 |
outstanding agriculture education teacher award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as individuals who are conducting the highest quality agricultural education program. This award recognizes leadership in civic, community, agriculture/agribusiness and professional activities.
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Amanda Thomson, 2013
Bonnie Kegler, 2008 William Davenport, 2004 |
outstanding Middle/secondary program award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators are outstanding agriculture education programs in a Middle and/or Secondary School.
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Wamogo High School, 2018
Killingly High School, 2006 Nonnewaug High School, 2004 |
teacher mentor award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as individuals that have motivated young agriculture education to enter and stay in the teaching profession.
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William Davenport, 2007
Shelly Roy, 2006 |
ideas unlimited award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as an opportunity for members to exchange classroom, SAE, leadership and other teaching ideas.
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Cheryl Matthewson, 2005
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Outstanding Service citation
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as current and retired NAAE members who have made significant contributions to agriculture education at the state, regional and national levels.
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Dr. Patricia Jepson, 2016
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Lifetime achievement award
Recipients of this award have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as retired NAAE members who have made significant contributions to agriculture education at the state, regional, and national levels.
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Burton Harrison Griffin, 2017
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teachers turn the key professional development scholarship
Recipients of this scholarship have been recognized by the CAAE and the National Association of Agriculture Educators (NAAE) as young teachers, who are in their second, third or fourth year of teaching at the time they apply, who have participated in professional activities and are eligible for professional development at the NAAE Convention.
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Rachel Holden, 2019
Karolyn Jordan, 2018 Jennifer Jedd, 2017 Melissa Cunningham, 2015 Michael Kingsbury, 2014 Sarah Oliver, 2013 Danielle Jeffries, 2012 |
Megan Royer, 2011
Jennifer Cushman, 2010 Dollie Harvey and Courtney Johnson, 2009 Bethany Royer, 2008 Brenda Wildes, 2007 Virginia Keith, 2004 |
upper division ag education scholarship
Recipients of this scholarship have been recognized both regionally (VI) and nationally by the National Association of Agriculture Educators as students who are majoring in agricultural education. Recipients will receive one $1500 scholarship to be used toward expenses associated with degree attainment in the agriculture education field.
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Corey Thomas, 2016
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