Two Florence School District 3 teachers were recognized by the board of trustees Thursday after being named recipients of the 180 Educator Awards.
LaKasha Carrington of Olanta Creative Arts and Science Magnet School and Vannassa Hannah of Ronald E. McNair Junior High School were two of only three award recipients in South Carolina.
Sponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, the 180 Educator Awards recognize outstanding teachers who, through unwavering dedication, open new doors to academic success. These educators inspire students to overcome personal and academic obstacles.
Educators are assessed based on teaching excellence, impact on student growth, the use of whole-group and small-group rotational models, student application usage, and alignment with 180 Awards values. Winners are chosen through a blind judging process that evaluates nominations based on specific criteria.
Nominations are open to educators, coaches, intervention specialists, administrators, or individuals familiar with the exceptional work of students and teachers using the specified programs.
