May 13, 2022 – Twin Echo Elementary teacher Jody Valerius was recognized today as May 2022 Kahok Educator of the Month. The award was presented by Twin Echo Principal Dr. Julie Haake and Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jason Rehg.
In her nomination of Jody Valerius, Dr. Haake wrote:
Jody is a leader in our school. She has coordinated our after school program for the past couple of years. She has been instrumental in our new kindergarten screening process as well as starting a camp for our kindergarten students before school starts. Most of all, Jody loves her students like her own. She goes above and beyond for each of her students every single day.
Local Edward Jones Representative Jason Rehg sponsors the award each month during the school year to recognize outstanding educators in Collinsville CUSD 10.