Johnson City's PEC Launches Teacher Spotlight Award to Honor Local Educators

Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC), located in Johnson City, Texas, has launched a new initiative to honor local teachers. The Teacher Spotlight Award is designed to acknowledge the valuable contributions of teachers in classrooms and communities. Nominations for the first award are open until April 30, with the winners to be announced in May.

The award is part of PEC's commitment to support educational programs in the Texas Hill Country. It will be given twice a year, in spring and fall, to teachers chosen from nominations across PEC’s service area.

Kevyn Packer, PEC Community Outreach Specialist, highlighted the importance of recognizing teachers' roles in inspiring students. He said the award is a way to thank educators who have significantly influenced their students and positively impacted their communities.

Winners of the award will receive a visit from PEC at their schools and a thank-you basket of classroom resources. Packer expressed satisfaction in acknowledging teachers who excel in educating students.

Community members can find more information about the award and nominate a teacher on the PEC website. This initiative reflects PEC's commitment to education and community development in the Texas Hill Country.

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