27-05-2025
Seven RCSD teachers recognized as ‘Educators of the Year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Seven employees of the Rochester City School District have been honored as the 2025 Educators of the Year.
The annual award ceremony was launched in 2021 to recognize RCSD staff members who deliver meaningful teaching, learning experiences, and support for their students. These staff members are nominated by parents, students, and community members.
The following teachers were awarded in seven categories:
Administrator Educator of the Year: Jamie Lustig, Central Office,
Elementary Educator of the Year: Margot Egling, The Children's School of Rochester No. 15
Bilingual Teacher of the Year: Noelle Rich, Abraham Lincoln School No. 22
Secondary Educator of the Year: Richard Holland, Rochester Early College International High School
Special Area Educator of the Year: Anastasia Polashenski, Loretta Johnson Middle School
Related Services Educator of the Year: McKensey McDonald, Rochester Early College International High School
Support Staff Educator of the Year: Dannetta Lee Singletary, Virgil I. Grissom School No. 7
The award ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 28 at 6 p.m. at 131 West Broad Street.
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