BP celebrates five KPBSD teachers

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BP celebrates five KPBSD teachers

Soldotna, April 19, 2016—Five KPBSD teachers learned they were recognized as a 2016 BP Teacher of Excellence when Superintendent Dusek made surprise visits to congratulate the teachers and share the news. Selected from more than fifty excellent nominations, BP and KPBSD celebrate Darilynn Caston, Redoubt Elementary School; Sharon Hopkins, Tustumena Elementary School; James Knoebel, Soldotna High School; Nickole Lyon, Seward Elementary School; and Patricia Truesdell, Hope School.
A celebration banquet will be held May 4, 2016, and the Kenai BP Teacher of the Year will be announced that evening.
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BPBP News Release: BP RECOGNIZES 32 TEACHERS OF EXCELLENCE Outstanding Alaska teachers celebrated for excellence in education
ANCHORAGE (April 15, 2016) –  BP will again honor a select group of teachers from across Alaska for their exceptional performance in the classroom, dedication to students and contribution to the state’s future.
Five Kenai Peninsula Borough School District teachers are among the 32 honorees. Now in its 21st year, the BP Teachers of Excellence program will recognize 32 Alaska teachers in 2016, with winners receiving $500 gift card and a $500 matching grant to their school. “At today’s oil prices, we look closely at every dollar we spend, and we believe that continuing to support our teachers in communities across Alaska remains a great investment in our state and in our future,” said BP Alaska Regional President Janet Weiss. “It’s another part of BP’s commitment to Alaska, and we’re honored to continue this great tradition.” The program honors K-12 teachers from all school districts, including public and private schools. Since the program’s inception in 1995, BP has recognized 680 teachers for their dedication to teaching and inspiring students. This year, the program attracted more than 1,000 nominations.
For the complete list of winners across the state visit: BPteachers.com.
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Nominate your favorite KPBSD teacher! 2013 BP Teacher of Excellence program

Who is your favorite KPBSD teacher? 
Please make time to nominate the educator you want to be recognized as a
2013 BP Teacher of Excellence!

BP is pleased to be able to recognize teachers throughout the entire state of Alaska for their dedication to teaching and for inspiring students. Each Teacher of Excellence chosen by our local community on the Peninsula will receive a $500 gift card and an award certificate. In addition, $500 will also be awarded to the winner’s school or PTA group.
BP has recognized more than 500 outstanding Alaska teachers since 1995, and this years nominations are due by February 15, 2013.

Online nomination: http://www.bpteachers.com/

Resources to share the program: www.BPTeachersToolkit.com 
More information: 1-888-530-8962 or 907-564-4001, email: bpteachers@bp.com
 

Who will you nominate? 2012 BP Teachers of Excellence program

Who is your favorite KPBSD teacher? 
Please make time to nominate the educator you want to be recognized as a 2012 BP Teacher of Excellence, and possibly the Alaska BP Teacher of the Year!

 

BP is pleased to be able to recognize teachers throughout the entire state of Alaska for their dedication to teaching and for inspiring students. Each Teacher of Excellence receives a $500 gift card and an award certificate. In addition, the school of each of the Teachers of Excellence will receive a $500 matching gift. One of the teachers will be chosen as BP’s Teacher of the Year. That teacher will receive a $1,500 scholarship for continuing education and a bronze sculpture by Alaska artist Mary Regat. BP has recognized more than 500 outstanding Alaska teachers since 1995. Each Teacher of Excellence is automatically eligible for the BP Teacher of the Year award.

Nominations are due by February 14, 2012.
Online nomination: http://www.bpteachers.com/
More information: 1-888-530-8962 or 907-564-4001, email: bpteachers@bp.com