Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the Kansas Master Teacher program is recognizing all educators in Kansas this year.
"This past year has been challenging for everyone, especially those on the frontline. This includes our K-12 teachers, said Dr. Joan Brewer, dean of the Teachers College at Emporia State university, home of the Kansas Master Teacher program.
Videos featuring previous Kansas Master Teachers will be released throughout the spring through its website, www.emporia.edu/masterteacher, and the college's social media channels on Facebook, www.facebook.com/ESUTTC and Twitter, www.twitter.com/TTC ESU.
"Congratulations!" said Chitra Harris, a 2018 Kansas Master Teacher, who teaches science at Wichita South High school.
"This past year, all teachers have worked really hard," said Joan Hayden, a 2017 Kansas Master teacher, who teaches physical education at Fort Riley Middle School in USD 475 Geary County. "Enjoy your classes, enjoy your kids, enjoy your students and please try to find the balance to enjoy your own family."