15-05-2025
2 teachers and a student receive prestigious award: Okaloosa County School District
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Two Okaloosa County School District teachers and a student have been named recipients of the 2025 National 180 Awards.
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Pryor Middle School teacher Donna Born and Shoal River Middle School teacher Tracy Lott received the 180 Educator Award for 'their unwavering commitment to student success, mentorship, and helping students achieve significant academic milestones,' according to an OCSD news release.
Shoal River Middle School student John Matthew Gumayao received the 180 Student Award for his progress in literacy.
According to OCSD, the National 180 Awards are given to teachers and students around the country who have made major progress in reading and math through HMH Read 180 and HMH Math 180 programs. HMH is a learning technology company.
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'These recognitions reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion that defines Okaloosa County educators and students,' said Superintendent Marcus Chambers. 'We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Born, Mrs. Lott, and John Matthew for this outstanding accomplishment. Their successhighlights the effectiveness of innovative teaching and the potential of every student to thrive academically.'
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