Courtesy of Lincoln Parish Schools
The Lincoln Parish School District is thrilled to announce that Mrs. Susan Richardson from Hillcrest Elementary and Mrs. Laynie Pyle from Ruston Elementary have been honored with the Extra Yard Award. In recognition of their dedication to their students, each teacher will receive a $500 certificate to enhance their classrooms.
This award is part of the College Football Playoff Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers initiative, which celebrates the invaluable contributions of educators. Each September, during Extra Yard for Teachers Week, schools around the country take the opportunity to honor dedicated teachers, culminating in the Big Day for Teachers—a special moment to uplift educators nationwide.
We are especially grateful for the support of Louisiana Tech University and Conference USA, whose commitment to education positively impacts our schools. As part of the celebration, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. Pyle, and their students were surprised with a visit from a group of Louisiana Tech’s cheerleaders, dance team, football team, and Champ the Bulldog’s mascot.
“Big Day is one of my favorite days of the year where we get to take a moment and recognize just how impactful teachers are in our communities,” said Kyle Kavanaugh, Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs & Chief Brand Officer at Louisiana Tech. “As a former teacher, I know all too well the hours, effort, and energy it takes to be a professional educator, and anytime you get a chance to stop and say thank you, it’s time well spent.
“I’d like to thank the College Football Playoff Foundation, Extra Yard for Teachers, Conference USA, and Lincoln Parish Schools for allowing Louisiana Tech Athletics to create such a powerful moment. Congratulations to Mrs. Richardson and Mrs. Pyle.”
“We are thankful to Louisiana Tech, Conference USA, and the College Football Playoff Foundation for recognizing our dedicated educators,” said Ricky Durrett, Lincoln Parish School District Superintendent. “Mrs. Richardson and Mrs. Pyle exemplify the passion and commitment that inspire our students. We are excited to support their classrooms with these certificates, giving them the ability to create even more excitement for learning.”
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A video of the teachers receiving their awards can be found here https://www.facebook.com/share/v/MWduWxAY3ca7Jjpi/
