RECOGNIZING EDUCATORS WHO USE THE ARTS TO FOSTER TRANSFORMATIONAL GROWTH
Throughout his life, William A. Yandow made significant contributions to his nation, local communities, the arts, and education.
As a longtime Bushnell patron and Overseer, we want to recognize his dedication to the arts and its role in the education and development of young people with this annual educator award.
The recipient will receive:
An honorarium
A reception in their honor
Two tickets to a Bushnell show
The criteria for nomination include the following:
- A minimum of 5 years as a teacher or administrator PK – 12 in a public, private, or charter school
- Proven leadership with students, parents, colleagues, and community members
- Contributions to the advancement of curriculum
- Exceptional talent and dedication as an educator, administrator, or advocate in one of the following areas:
- Arts Education
- Cultural Studies
- Language Arts
2023 WINNERS
The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce the winners of the William A. Yandow Educator Award, recognizing local educators who use the arts to foster transformational growth.
William A. Yandow was a longtime Bushnell patron and Overseer of the center, who was dedicated to the arts and its role in the education and development of young people. Mr. Yandow supported The Bushnell and its Educational programs, as well as the Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training, in Sarasota, FL. Mr. Yandow passed away in 2014.
The following individuals received the 2023 award at a reception in their honor at on June 25, 2023 at The Bushnell. Honorees received a monetary prize, a plaque acknowledging their achievement, and tickets to one of the upcoming 23-24 Broadway season shows.
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Kristi Hummel
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Principal of Glastonbury-East Hartford Magnet School
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Carlos Lawrence
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Assistant Principal of Glastonbury-East Hartford Magnet School
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Suzanne Palmieri
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Assistant Director of Education Initiatives and Innovation at Hartford Public Schools
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Maryam Wardak
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Supervisor of Social Studies at CREC Magnet Schools
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Margaret Gomez-Hixson
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Arts Coordinator at Jumoke Academy, Hartford Conservatory
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Kimberly Burns
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Technology Education Teacher at Meriden Public Schools
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Kristen Juda
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Social Studies Teacher at Academy of Science and Innovation
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Marc Bilodeau
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English Teacher at Academy of Science and Innovation
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Nygel D. White
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Program, Production & Engagement Coordinator at Hartford Public Library
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