Longbranch Elementary math teacher Jenna Stewart was honored as Kentucky’s Milken Educator Award along with winners from other states at the national Milken Educator Awards Forum in Los Angeles in early April. Sometimes referred to as the “Oscars of teaching,” the Milken National Educator Award traces back to Lowell Milken, a California-based businessman and philanthropist […]
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Union teacher surprised with ‘Oscars of teaching’ award, $25,000 prize
Jenna Stewart had no idea that, when she went to Longbranch Elementary’s school gym on Wednesday morning, she was about to win an award akin to the “Oscars of teaching.” Then her name was called, cheers erupting and cameras flashing, and she came forward to accept the national award, which comes with a $25,000 prize. […]