Huntingburg third grade teacher awarded $1,000 - Dubois County Free Press, Inc.

Stacey Kappner and her fourth grade class celebrated today with a surprise check for $1,000 for Mrs. Kappner. — Stacy Kappner and her fourth grade class celebrated today with a surprise check for $1,000 for Mrs. Kappner.

Stacy Kappner is recognized for her dedication to students and awarded $1,000

Huntingburg — Stacy Kappner of Huntingburg Elementary School 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 third grade teacher, Stacy fosters a classroom filed with respect and love, and always seeks to provide opportunities for her students to shine. She believes the best kind of leadership is demonstrated by example. Stacy is committed to positive communication between herself, students, parents and faculty. She shares with her third grade team every worksheet, quiz, activity, website, learning game that she discovers or creates; and always provides an open line of contact with her fellow faculty members. Stacy has been instrumental in developing the school’s accelerated reader program, as well as serving on the school’s Reading Plan and School Behavior committees.

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 Stacy Kappner 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. Kappner 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 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.