The coronavirus may have canceled the awards luncheon, but nothing could stop the naming of the Apple Blossom “Teacher of the Year.”
These awards name exceptional early childhood educators who teach and care for children, from infants to age 5. Each of the nominees receive recognition on the Collier Child Care Resources website at collierchildcare.org/apple-blossom-awards.
The Preschool “Teacher of the Year” nominees are Diana Gutierrez, Suchity Jordan, Ana Lopez, Carolina Macias, Cheri Vasquez Murace, Crystal Page, Knorsheeka Parker, Shirley Rafeldt, Jessica Chavez Rodriguez and Alicia Sanchez.
The Infant/Toddler “Teacher of the Year” nominees are Sonia Garcia, Guadalupe Perez, Ruth Ruiz and Christina Santucci.
The School Year Center “Teacher of the Year” nominees are Kaitlyn Arnold, Makenzie Weaver Camarda, Denny De Leon, Stephanie Falcone, Marian Fernandez, Edith Galan, Dr. Desiree Elizabeth LoScalzo, Mariela Naranjo, Christina Roman, Raimalu Santana, Dr. Lori Schwab, Maria Torres and Rosa Victoria.