Brevard Schools Foundation to Host ABC Awards Gala Honoring Teacher Excellence Jan. 30

By  //  January 27, 2025

Space Coast Daily TV will be on hand to bring you the festivities live

The Brevard Schools Foundation is set to celebrate excellence in education with the annual Applauding Brevard’s Champions Awards Gala, a prestigious event recognizing the district’s outstanding teachers on January 30 at the Radisson Resort at the Port.

BREVARD COUNTY • CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA — The Brevard Schools Foundation is set to celebrate excellence in education with the annual Applauding Brevard’s Champions Awards Gala, a prestigious event recognizing the district’s outstanding teachers on January 30 at the Radisson Resort at the Port, 8701 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral.

Festivities will begin with cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., and the awards program commencing at 6:30 p.m. Space Coast Daily TV will be on hand to bring you the festivities live and spotlight the Teacher of the Year honorees.

The ABC Awards serve as a platform to acknowledge educators who have made remarkable contributions to their schools and communities.

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This year’s six TOY finalists include:
● Jennifer Laham, Bayside High School
● Teresa Huskisson, Andrew Jackson Middle School
● Cindy Pegion, Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School
Janean Knight, Psychological Services
● Laura Negi, Sabal Elementary School
● Lindsey Andryc, Saturn Elementary School

The Brevard Schools Foundation is set to celebrate excellence in education with the annual Applauding Brevard’s Champions Awards Gala, a prestigious event recognizing the district’s outstanding teachers on January 30 at the Radisson Resort at the Port.

Sponsored by Community Credit Union, this year’s gala will highlight 94 Teacher of the Year honorees from Brevard Public Schools. Over 400 guests, including school board members, foundation board members, and the 94 honorees, are expected to attend.

The evening will honor educators who have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication, with one winner advancing to represent Brevard Public Schools in the Florida Teacher of the Year program.

The gala will feature speeches including Janice Kershaw, President/CEO of Brevard Schools Foundation; Rich Miller, Chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors; Gene Trent, Chair of the Brevard Public School Board; and Dr. Mark Rendell, Superintendent of Brevard Public Schools.

Deborah Price, the 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year, and Community Credit Union Florida representatives will also address the audience.

For more information, call 321-633-1000 ext. 11430 or via email at Perry.Joan@BrevardSchools.org.

The Brevard Schools Foundation is set to celebrate excellence in education with the annual Applauding Brevard’s Champions Awards Gala, a prestigious event recognizing the district’s outstanding teachers on January 30, at the Radisson Resort at the Port. (SCD Image)

The Brevard Schools Foundation supports innovation, community engagement, and educational equity across 84 public schools in Brevard County. Through private donations, corporate support, and public matching funds, the foundation bridges funding gaps for over 74,000 students and 5,000 teachers, earning national recognition for excellence in public education advocacy.

Brevard Public Schools is the 49th largest district in the U.S. and the 10th largest district in Florida. As the largest employer in Brevard County, BPS employs over 8,000 staff members serving over 74,000 students annually. With 85 schools, 15 special centers, and 12 charter schools, the district educates its students in 17 different municipalities across the Space Coast.

Brevard Public Schools’ goal is to serve the community and enhance students’ lives by delivering the highest quality education in a culture of dedication, collaboration, and learning.

The Brevard Schools Foundation is set to celebrate excellence in education with the annual Applauding Brevard’s Champions Awards Gala, a prestigious event recognizing the district’s outstanding teachers on January 30 at the Radisson Resort at the Port.
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