There are smiles on the faces of 85 innovative educators in the tri-county area who recently learned they have been selected for our Links to Learning award. This is the largest number of awards ever given in a year. The committee is thrilled with this year’s response.

The Links to Learning program, which is designed to enhance curriculum and stimulate creative thought, is offered to all teachers and staff in our Operation School Bell^® schools. Applicants must complete a thorough project explanation form in order to receive up to $1,000 each to fund their projects.

Over $63,000 was awarded to those meeting the criteria. Award winners now implement and evaluate their plan and report their results to us.