March 24, 2024 – Dorris Intermediate School teacher Ukyah Wilburn was recognized today as April 2024 Kahok Educator of the Month. The award was presented by DIS Principal Kevin Stirnaman and local Benjamin F. Edwards financial advisor Jason Rehg.
In his nomination of Ms. Wilburn, Principal Stirnaman wrote:
The DIS recipient for April Staff Member of the Month is Ukyah Wilburn. Ms. Wilburn is a 5th grade teacher at DIS. She also is the Tier 2 PBIS coach, runs the Foundations program, continues to be a leader in curriculum adoption for DIS, is a member of the Family and Community Engagement Committee, the district Diversity and Equity Committee and is part of the district Administrative Internship Program. She also serves her colleagues as a CEA building rep and an IEA rep. Reading that impressive list of achievements displays her dedication and her tireless work ethic. Ms. Wilburn’s importance to DIS cannot be overstated. She is the consummate professional and DIS is lucky to have her.
Benjamin F. Edwards Financial Advisor and Vice President/Investments Jason Rehg sponsors the award each month during the school year to recognize outstanding educators in Collinsville Community Unit School District #10.