Sponsored by the Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation, the Bradley G. Board Fund awards an annual grant award to a District elementary teacher or professional staff person as a form of public recognition of excellence and achievement for this individual as a teacher/mentor having great impact on children. This monetary award is intended as a sign of encouragement for ongoing teaching and learning. It is meant to assist in the pursuit of the recipient’s interests.
Past Award Recipients
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2006 Debbie Engel, Clear Springs Kindergarten Teacher
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2007 Mary Beth Solheim, Special Education Teacher
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2008 Colleen Small, Groveland Elementary Media Specialist
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2009 Laura Whalen, Minnewashta Elementary 5th Grade Teacher
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2010 Sandy Katkov, Scenic Heights Elementary Navigator Program
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2011 Lynn Owens, Deephaven Elementary 2nd Grade Teacher
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2012 Jeanne Krake, Scenic Heights Elementary 2nd Grade Teacher
Award criteria:
1. Elementary teacher or professional staff person
2. Evidence of excellence and achievement
3. Recognized by colleagues and others as an outstanding elementary educator
The tribute will consist of a plaque in recognition of the award, and a monetary sum from the Bradley G. Board Fund, Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation. The use of the funds will not be restricted.
More information about the award and nominations process.