Kennesaw State University Honors Outstanding Teacher

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Kennesaw State University Athletics celebrated the importance of educators in Georgia by honoring Kendra Fulford, a standout teacher at Bullard Elementary, during the Extra Yard for Teachers Week Big Day celebration. As part of the week-long event, Kendra will be recognized at the KSU vs. Arkansas State football game on Saturday, September 20, at Fifth Third Stadium at Walens Family Field. The university's Athletics department and Conference USA are partnering with the College Football Playoff Foundation to recognize great teachers nationwide. The event aims to celebrate the impact of educators on students and the community.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kendra Fulford, a standout teacher at Bullard Elementary, will be honored by Kennesaw State University Athletics for her innovative teaching methods and being named the 2024 Teacher of the Year Award.
  • The Extra Yard for Teachers Week Big Day celebration was anchored by the sixth annual Big Day for Teachers on Tuesday, September 16, which saw the distribution of thousands of dollars in DonorsChoose funds for classroom projects.
  • An $8,000 grant, courtesy of Conference USA and the College Football Playoff Foundation, will be presented to the school during Saturday's game.
  • The Extra Yard for Teachers initiative has supported more than 550,000 teachers nationwide, creating a positive impact for more than 12 million students and 60,000 schools while collectively investing approximately $80 million in support of education nationwide.
  • The Owls Fund, the primary fundraising arm of Kennesaw State Athletics, supports student-athletes, coaches, and NCAA Division I programs through various initiatives and events.
  • Fans can show their appreciation for Kendra and all teachers by attending the KSU vs. Arkansas State football game and using the hashtag #GoTheExtraYard to share ticket selfies and encourage others to join.

Statistics:

  • Over $80 million has been invested in support of education nationwide through the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers initiative.
  • More than 550,000 teachers have been supported by the EYFT platform.
  • Over 12 million students and 60,000 schools have been positively impacted by the EYFT initiative.

Sources:

  • Kennesaw State University Athletics
  • Extra Yard for Teachers initiative, powered by the College Football Playoff Foundation
  • The Owls Fund, the primary fundraising arm of Kennesaw State Athletics