UMW alumni award recipients pose with College of Education Dean Pete Kelly at the Chamber’s Teacher Appreciation Brunch this month.
The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce’s 1st Annual Teacher Appreciation Brunch, held this month at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, was proudly supported by the University of Mary Washington’s College of Education as the title sponsor.
Four UMW alumni received awards, including:
- Excellence in Inclusive Teaching (UMW) – Briana Bahr – English Teacher at Mountain View High School in Stafford County Public Schools
- Excellence in Leadership – Reitha Abed – Principal of STCT in Spotsylvania County Public Schools
- Rising Star – Tala Saleh – 1st Grade Teacher at Lafayette Elementary School in Fredericksburg City Public School
- Community Impact – Kerrie Pierce – Testing Coordinator at King George Middle School in King George County Schools
The event recognized incredible educators and administrators from Stafford County, Spotsylvania County, City of Fredericksburg, King George County, and Caroline County. It was a heartfelt way to show gratitude to the individuals who shape the future by fostering learning, growth and leadership in our community’s youth.