13 Howell Educators Honored With Prestigious State Award

HOWELL, NJ - 13 teachers from eight Howell K-8 schools have been named New Jersey Exemplary Educators for 2020.

The goal of the award program is to identify outstanding educators for special recognition, alternating between elementary (Pre-K to 5) and secondary (6-12) every school year, according to the state website. A state certificate of recognition is given out to those deemed an Exemplary Educator.

“Congratulations for serving as an example of the many outstanding educators that make our district an amazing place! You represent 13 of only 93 recipients statewide,” Superintendent of Schools Joseph Isola said last week.

@HowellTwpK8 celebrates 2020 Exemplary Educator recipients!Congratulations for serving as an example of the many outstanding educators that make our district an amazing place!You represent 13 of only 93 recipients statewide! #HTPSTalentTeams #HowellLeads @mrstyorke @NewJerseyDOE pic.twitter.com/6eHGHdvyfA
— Joseph Isola (@JosephIsola) December 10, 2020

“Congratulations to all recipients! Howell Township School District is fortunate to have such talented educators,” Adelphia Elementary School similarly wrote.

The nomination process began in February when teachers, parents, and community members nominated deserving educators throughout the state. An online application process was completed by district administrators and supervisors earlier this year.

Qualifications for the award include strong knowledge and skills, an inspirational presence and a positive impact on students, colleagues and the greater school community.

Related: Howell K-8 Schools Switch To Remote Learning Until January

Here are the recipients from Howell (as reported by CentralJersey):

• Christina Saracino, Adelphia School
• Stella Cohen, Ardena School
• Larissa Sack, Ardena School
• Tina Yorke, Ardena School
• Michele Mack, Greenville School
• Erin Lowman, Griebling School
• Amber Williams-Allen, Land O’Pines School
• Angela O’Cone, Memorial Elementary School
• Skye Donzelli, Memorial Elementary School
• Shannon Carusi, Ramtown School
• Kimberly Highley, Ramtown School
• Patricia Lawlor, Ramtown School
• Jennifer Cory, Taunton School