On May 2, 2017, the Fillmore County Journal presented the first Golden Apple Award to Mary Hoiland, a 42-year veteran of the Rushford-Peterson School District.
Historically, this was the first time in which a Teacher of the Year was selected from the six school districts in Fillmore County.
As referenced in a May 10, 2017, article authored by Barb Jeffers, “In addition to the Teacher of the Year award, Hoiland received a $500 gift card for Rushford Foods, Harmony Foods and Preston Foods from owners Jim Hoiness and Brad Hoiness, a Green Mountain Grill (Daniel Boone) and cutlery set from Cody Koebke, owner of Ody’s Country Meats & Catering in Spring Valley, Minn., and a leather La-Z-Boy recliner from Drury’s Furniture of Fountain, Minn.”
The Teacher of the Year award presents an opportunity for our communities to recognize the important role our educators play in developing the minds of our youth.
Our teachers have the challenging responsibility of inspiring our children to learn. It takes a certain temperament and versatility. Every child learns in a different way, which presents a greater challenge for teachers.
Many teachers spend days, nights, and weekends consumed with figuring out ways to help children reach their full potential.
On May 7, 2018, the Fillmore County Journal will share a story about one teacher selected as the Teacher of the Year for 2018. Yes, only one will be selected.
If you would like to nominate a Teacher of the Year for 2018, please look to the back page of this week’s newspaper for the nomination form. Please note the deadline of April 17, 2018.