Twelve Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools educators were named as top teachers in the district.
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