This year, we’re excited to launch a new feature in our monthly Educator Enrichment Express newsletter

We know incredible teaching is happening in every district—and we want to celebrate it! Each month, beginning in October 2025, the RVA District Connect Team will spotlight an outstanding educator from one of our partner districts. These spotlights will showcase the incredible innovation, passion, and dedication happening in classrooms across our districts.

This year’s theme is Epic Learning

Nominate an educator who:

  • Creates meaningful, authentic learning experiences

  • Inspires students and colleagues

  • Brings innovation, joy, and passion to the classroom

How it works

  • Superintendents and principals submit nominations.

  • One educator is spotlighted each month in the newsletter.

  • Their story is shared across our network to inspire others.

Nominate an Educator
 

March’s Spotlight

Meet Melissa Gauderman. Wittenberg-Birnamwood’s Middle School and High School Choir Teacher. Click on the picture below to read the Educator Spotlight featuring this phenomenal educator.