The Golden Apple Foundation has announced the names of the teachers selected to move forward in the selection process for the 2025 Golden Apple Awards. Eight of the 20 finalists are from RPS 205 schools!
Brandi Costa, 3rd grade at McIntosh Elementary
Jelena Holcomb, Kindergarten at STEAM Academy at Haskell
Kellie Kim, Special Education Resource Teacher at Cherry Valley Elementary
Ryanne Ludington, 4th grade at Bloom Elementary
Whitney Mohr, Special Education at Rolling Green Elementary
Amanda Nguyen, Kindergarten at West View Elementary
Shiana Robertson, 3rd grade at Washington Elementary
Lisa Robinson, Kindergarten at Rolling Green Elementary
These talented educators were chosen by a selection committee of community volunteers. They will move forward in the selection process and be observed in their classrooms between January 21 and February 19. The next step after observations will be interviews. The process culminates with the selection of five teachers who will receive the prestigious Golden Apple Award in surprise classroom presentations.
Good luck to all the finalists!