Kim Frank, an administrative assistant at Latonia Elementary in Covington Independent Public Schools, has won the Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award from the Kentucky Department of Education for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
Frank was honored by Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, Principal Maranda Meyer, other district staff members, as well as her friends and family last week.
“We are especially proud of Ms. Frank today,” said Covington Superintendent Alvin Garrison. “This is a tremendous honor, and Ms. Frank is very deserving of this recognition.”
The award was established in 2020 to honor non-teaching school staff members who nonetheless provide essential, nonacademic services. Winners are then referred to the U.S. Department of Education for consideration for the national 2025 Recognizing Inspirational School Employees Award.
“We are truly blessed to have Kim Frank as a part of our Latonia Elementary family,” said Meyer. “Her presence makes a profound difference every single day, as she touches the lives of countless individuals – students, families, staff and the broader community alike.”
In her duties, Frank sends out weekly newsletters, inviting staff members to share positive stories from around the school. She’s the head of the school’s Cooking Club, works with the school’s community garden and leads the school’s Culture and Climate Committee.
She’s also helped with district service learning projects, is a member of the school attendance team, and mentors a former student. Frank has also been instrumental in bringing about collaborative projects with other organizations in the community.
“Mrs. Kim Frank is a true asset, always willing to collaborate with partner organizations and engage with the wider community, embodying the spirit of service and commitment that inspires us all,” said Ashley McClure with Covington Partners.