AwardMay 4, 2026, 11:12 AM
Kelly Education Honors Substitute Educators of the Year
AI Summary
Kelly Education announced the recipients of its annual Substitute Educator of the Year Award during National Teacher Appreciation Week. Esther Yardumian-Smyth and Celia Effrig were recognized as national winners, each receiving a $5,000 bonus and a $1,500 donation to a school of their choice. This year also marked the first time the program formally recognized runner-ups, Trina Kohler and Keshaun Henry, who each received a $1,000 bonus and a $500 school donation.
Key Highlights
- Kelly Education recognized Esther Yardumian-Smyth and Celia Effrig as national winners.
- Winners each received a $5,000 bonus.
- Winners' chosen schools received a $1,500 donation.
- 2026 marks the first year Kelly Education formally recognized runner-ups.
- Trina Kohler and Keshaun Henry were recognized as runner-ups.
- Runner-ups each received a $1,000 bonus.
- Runner-ups' chosen schools received a $500 donation.
- The award celebrates dedication to students, schools, and communities.
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