Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Kanawha County Teacher Honored
WEST VIRGINIA....
During a special assembly Wednesday morning, 30 year old Amanda Mays, a fifth grade teacher at J.E. Robbins Elementary School on Charleston's West Side was honored for her exceptional contributions to education when she was awarded the Milken National Educator Award. Mays won a $25,000 cash award and a trip to Los Angeles, where she'll collaborate at a forum with other Milken winners. Mays, an eight-year classroom veteran, says she loves her job and her students. Educators are recommended for the Milken Award without their knowledge by a panel appointed by the West Virginia Department of Education. Mays holds degrees from West Virginia State University and Salem International University.
During a special assembly Wednesday morning, 30 year old Amanda Mays, a fifth grade teacher at J.E. Robbins Elementary School on Charleston's West Side was honored for her exceptional contributions to education when she was awarded the Milken National Educator Award. Mays won a $25,000 cash award and a trip to Los Angeles, where she'll collaborate at a forum with other Milken winners. Mays, an eight-year classroom veteran, says she loves her job and her students. Educators are recommended for the Milken Award without their knowledge by a panel appointed by the West Virginia Department of Education. Mays holds degrees from West Virginia State University and Salem International University.
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