LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A teacher at Jefferson County Public Schools has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Toyota Family Teacher of the Year.
Enjoli "CeCe" Craycroft, a student community liaison at the Binet School, was named one of the finalists for the annual award. The National Center of Families Learning has partnered with Toyota for 28 years to recognize educators around the country who use a "strong multi-generational approach" to learning and focus on building effective partnerships with families and schools.
Educators from around the U.S. were nominated by their peers and leadership. According to a news release, finalists were chosen based on a variety of criteria, like demonstrating passion and persistence for supporting family engagement and implementing innovative ideas.
The winner will receive a $20,000 grant to further lead family engagement efforts. One runner-up will receive $5,000. The winners will be announced in Louisville on Nov. 20.
The finalists include Craycroft, from Louisville, Cassandra Kramer from Falls Church, Virginia, Adie Simmons from Edmonds, Washington, Megan Singh from Indianapolis and Denielia Turner from Huntsville, Alabama.
"Supporting and recognizing educators who successfully engage families in the learning process is a celebration of the richness they bring to all of our communities," Ana Meade, Toyota vice president of sustainable development, said in a news release.
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