Brosmer recognized as outstanding educator with $1,000 award

Patty Brosmer is recognized for her dedication to students, awarded $1,000

Dubois — Patricia Brosmer of Dubois Elementary was named a Peabody Energy Leader in Education for the 2013-14 school year, and awarded $1,000 for her dedication and commitment to students.

A teacher at Dubois for more than 20 years, Patty believes being a positive leader of children is the most important job an educator has. Her students commend her for being a positive influence in their lives, and one who provides them a warm classroom environment.

Throughout the years, Patty has mentored more than 50 teachers in training. She serves on the school improvement team, the technology and anti-bullying committees, and was the chairman of the Newspaper in Education Week. Patty also provides her service in the Dubois community by helping foreign exchange students find families while they’re studying at the local high school.

The Peabody Energy Leaders in Education program rewards dedicated education professionals—from teachers and coaches to librarians and counselors—who inspire and motivate youth to succeed. Award recipients are selected anonymously throughout the school year by a committee of top educators and business leaders.

“We are grateful for the inspiration Patty Brosmer provides to her students, and we applaud her leadership within the school community,” said Greg Boyce, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Peabody Energy. “Ms. Brosmer is to be commended as an individual who excels at her profession and we are pleased to recognize her as a Peabody Energy Leader in Education.”

The Leaders program was developed in Missouri in 2009, and reflects Peabody’s commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where the company’s employees live and work by honoring those who inspire students. The 2013-2014 award program is continuing to accept nominations and is open to educational professionals of public, private and independent schools in designated communities where Peabody Energy employees live and work. Nominations may be made at http://www.PeabodyEnergyLeadersInEducation.org.

Honorees are selected from a diverse group of educators. They can range from veteran teachers to individuals in support staff roles such as administrators, coaches or counselors. Each 2013-2014 Leader in Education will be honored at an awards gala after this school year, where one will be named Educator of the Year and awarded $5,000.

Nominations may be made at: http://www.PeabodyEnergyLeadersInEducation.org.
More information can also be found at: http://www.facebook.com/PeabodyEnergyLeaders