Tonya O’Shaughnessy, a dedicated and compassionate teacher at Frontier Elementary School, has been awarded the Kona Ice ACE (Accomplished and Celebrated Educators) Award. This national award recognizes O’Shaughnessy’s outstanding commitment to her students and her exceptional contributions to the school community.
“Tonya O’Shaughnessy embodies the very essence of an exceptional educator,” said Darren Varnado, senior vice president of operational support, development and marketing at Kona Ice. “Teachers like Tonya are true heroes, making a profound difference in the lives of children who need it most. We are honored to celebrate her with this award.”
The ACE Awards, launched this year by Kona Ice, shine a spotlight on teachers across the country who go above and beyond to create supportive and engaging learning environments. O’Shaughnessy was chosen from a pool of nominees nationwide for consistently demonstrating the following qualities:
Amazing Impact: Making a significant and positive impact on the lives of her students, fostering their academic, social and emotional growth.
Totally Original: Utilizing creative and effective teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of students in the Behavioral Intervention program.
Unshakeable Spirit: Demonstrating unwavering dedication and resilience in the face of challenges.
Creative Genius: Developing innovative and engaging lessons that help students learn and thrive.
As an ACE Award winner, O’Shaughnessy will receive a collection of exciting prizes, including Kona Ice gift cards, merchandise and a commemorative award certificate. She will also be featured in the ACEs Hall-of-Fame.
Kona Ice is committed to supporting education and giving back to the communities it serves. The ACE Awards highlight the company’s dedication to recognizing and celebrating exceptional teachers who make a lasting impact on their students.
