McKinley Elementary School teacher Ms. Tricia Livingood was honored at the Abington School Board meeting last night for being selected as one of the 23 finalists for the Voices of Inspiration Award for Teaching Excellence created by Freedom Credit Union and the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. The award was created to recognize and reward teachers throughout Montgomery County for their commitment to students, families, and communities.
Nominations are based on a teacher’s contributions or performance during this school year or for cumulative efforts over many years. Nominations are submitted by students, parents, coworkers, administrators, or other school employees. According to the award materials, teachers who are selected demonstrate an extraordinary dedication to teaching young people, while exhibiting the qualities that represent a truly inspirational educator.
According to Dr. Charles Lentz, principal of McKinley Elementary School, (pictured here with Ms. Livingood) “The McKinley community was thrilled to have Ms. Tricia Livingood selected as the finalist for Abington School District this year as she truly exemplifies the Abington motto, ‘Excellence is our Standard’.” He continued, “Ms. Livingood is an amazing educator who goes above and beyond for her students, providing them with an instructional environment that meets their individual learning needs. Through the creation of a classroom that is infused with technology, inspiring learning activities, and differentiated instruction, Ms. Livingood has been able to meet and exceed the instructional needs of her students. Through many special touches she brings to her classes, Ms. Livingood brings something special to her classroom.”
Ms. Livingood has served on the school district technology team and as the building technology mentor, working on numerous curriculum committees, and other district-wide committees. Ms. Livingood received recognition as a finalist in the Voices of Inspiration Award competition at a banquet held at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit last week.
Abington School Board president, Raymond McGarry, Esquire, noted that excellence in teamwork among teachers and staff is what helps make Abington schools so special, as evidenced by Ms. Livingood’s co-workers who attended the school board meeting to support and honor her.