Only 100 teachers nationwide receive the coveted distinguished educator award named in honor of the thirty-fourth president of United States; this year three of those teachers are at Fayette Middle.

Maureen Callahan (6th grade teacher), Gayle Littlefield (reading specialist) and Lenzie Lucas (7th grade teacher) have been awarded the People to People Eisenhower Distinguished Educator award for their accomplishments in educating from a holistic perspective in developing student’s minds and character.

The award recognizes educators who have consistently taken the time to encourage students who display academic excellence, community involvement and leadership potential. Educators chosen for the award have provided opportunities for their students to build on their leadership skills, participate in hands-on learning activities and explore a discipline of interest.

Patt Kelly-Pollet, the director of the People to People organization, personally visited Fayette Middle to present the awards to the school’s three winners.

“We are pleased to partner with outstanding schools such as Fayette Middle School in developing leaders of tomorrow,” says Kelly-Pollet.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower founded People to People in 1956 with the intent that its members would work to promote peace through understanding. People to People Student Leader Programs select top students for participation based on educator nominations.

The programs seek motivated students with academic promise, leadership potential and a desire to serve their communities. Nominated students are invited to attend programs that allow them to pursue their interests in leadership or a desired career field and give them an edge in the college admissions process.

Photo: Patt Kelly-Pollet, People to People program director, teachers Lenzie Lucas, Gayle Littlefield, Maureen Callahan and Principal Sharlene Patterson.

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