Twelve District 719 educators were named by their peers as “Teachers of the Year” for the 2024-25 school year.
Honored teachers were cited for their dedication, passion and positive impact on students and the community, according to the information provided by the district.
Honorees and the school at which they teach include:
- David Bloom, Bridges Area Learning Center
- Kathy Castor, Edgewood Elementary
- Amy Handevidt, WestWood Elementary
- Dana Hardy, Prior Lake High School
- Jordan Hatchett, Redtail Ridge Elementary
- Allyson Hovorka, Hamilton Ridge Elementary
- Carley Leake, Hidden Oaks Middle School
- Rachel McKay, Twin Oaks Middle School
- Jessica Robison, Glendale Elementary School
- Karen Russell, Jeffers Pond Elementary School
- Nichole Tuma, La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood
- Jordan Yetzer, Five Hawks Elementary School