Teacher Tribute
Teacher Tribute
Hey Kids! if you have a special teacher you want to honor, then tell us why you think your teacher is so special!
2024-2025 Teacher Tribute Honorees









Cassie Johnson - Breckenridge High School - Nominated by Aryssa
Tanya Walters - Merkel High School - Nominated by OllieKayci McElreath - Merkel Elementary - Nominated by Jaxon
Isela Snodgrass - Merkel Middle School - Nominated by Cameryn
William Holloway - Clyde Junior High - Nominated by Christopher
Heather Baker - Clyde High School - Nominated by Kirstin
Ashleigh Adams - Clyde High School - Nominated by Elizabeth
McKenzie Rangel - Clack Middle School - Nominated by Anastasia
Audry Sutphen-Evans - Mann Middle School - Nominated by Shilo
Julie Harris - Mann Middle School - Nominated by Ashtyn
Jeremy Roemisch - Mann Middle School - Nominated by Levi
About Teacher Tribute
With the help of its founding partners, Arrow Dealerships created the now renowned Teacher Tribute program during the 1997-1998 school year. The purpose of the Teacher Tribute program is to give students of Abilene and the Big Country the opportunity to recognize and say "THANK YOU" to the teachers who have inspired and motivated them to do their best. The program is successful because of the relationship that exists between the teachers and students of the Big Country. One of the most unique things about Teacher Tribute is how our West Texas values shine through: the teachers give out loving and caring education while the students give back loving and caring appreciation.Students submit nomination letters to Teacher Tribute selection committee. This nomination describes to the committee how the teacher has made a positive impact in their lives. Each honoree is given a designated week in which they are "honored" by the media partners in the following ways:
- Feature on KTXS in a 6 o'clock news story and a 30 second commercial that runs during the week PLUS a guest appearance on KTXS morning weather.
- Featured guest during Wake Up Country on KEAN 105 with Rudy Fernandez.
- Their picture along with their story about their inspiration for becoming a teacher appears in Hispanic Life.
- Featured billboard on LAMAR Billboards around Abilene.
- Receive $100 check and a brand new car to drive, courtesy of Arrow Dealerships.
- Prize from KEAN 105, KTXS, Arrow Ford, Hispanic Life Magazine, Miguel's Mex Tex Cafe and Buffalo Wild Wings.
If you are a student and want to nominate your teacher, please fill out the form provided on this page. If you have questions regarding the program, please email us here.
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