Local teachers were selected as 2020 McDonald’s Teach it Forward Outstanding Educators from a pool of more than 800 nominations. The award honors educators who exhibit the ultimate dedication to their students and contribute to the improvement of education in our most challenging times. Local McDonald’s Owner/Operator Shane Campbell says supporting teachers is always a top priority, but this year is more important than ever.
“Our teachers are constantly adapting to whatever is thrown at them while making sure our students succeed,” said Campbell “We’re excited to recognize those who go above and beyond for our students through the Outstanding Educator Award.”
In addition to local Owner/Operator Shane Campbell, other area Greater Joplin Owner/Operators Glen Nichols, Thomas Nichols, Phil Close & Alex Maffei, presented this award to many educators in their locations listed below.
2020 Recipients
Carthage Steadley Elementary School: Abigail Giesey
Baxter Springs Middle and High School: Carolyn Ward
Chanute High School: Chase Reed
Fort Scott Eugene Ware Elementary: Regina Cruse
Grove Early Childhood Center: Amanda Cox
Jay Elementary School: Michelle Stockton
Joplin Cecil Floyd Elementary: Jessica Miller
Joplin High School: Karen Fitzsimmons
Neosho George Washington Carver Elementary: Michelle Allen
Nevada Truman Elementary: Sherry Lindsay
Parsons High School: LeAnne Wiles
Parsons Middle and High School: Rachel Skinner
Parsons Guthridge Elementary: Cody Holmes
Pittsburg George Nettels Elementary: Lori Wilks
Webb City Madge T. James Kindergarten Center: Sephanie Lynch
Winners of McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award each receive a $100 Visa gift card to use toward their classroom; a T-shirt; and certificate and McDonald’s coupons to “Teach it Forward” to parents with outstanding students throughout the year.
