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Lincoln Maine FCU celebrates these special educators and their schools.
This summer, Lincoln Maine FCU has been busy celebrating some very special local educators whose compassion, dedication, and commitment to their students are making a meaningful difference in their school communities.
Through its Educator Impact Scholarship, Lincoln Maine FCU recognized outstanding PreK–12 teachers who go above and beyond for their students and schools. Each of this year’s honorees received $250, along with an additional $250 for their school, helping extend the impact of the award beyond the individual educator.
This year’s honorees include:
- Kyra Bourgoin of Lee/Winn Elementary School
- Roberta Jipson of Greater Lincoln Christian Academy
- Emily Tolman of Ella P. Burr Elementary School
Nominations for the scholarship closed in May, and that’s when the celebrations began. In the months that followed, Lincoln Maine FCU highlighted each winner on social media, sharing the stories and kind words submitted by those who know them best.
Multiple of this year’s honorees received numerous nominations, underscoring just how much these educators mean to their students, families, and colleagues. Their nominations painted a picture of teachers who lead with compassion and care, and who make a lasting difference in the lives of their students every day.
“The Educator Impact Scholarship represents what we believe a credit union should be: an organization that invests in people and the future of the communities we serve,” shared Brittany Libbey, Chief Operating Officer at Lincoln Maine FCU. “Educators have a huge impact that goes beyond the classroom—they shape the future of our kids. By supporting our local educators, we are not just recognizing the work they do today; we are investing in the children they teach, the families they support, and the strength of our community for years to come.”
Beginning this fall, Lincoln Maine FCU is shifting the timing of its Educator Impact Scholarship, with winners to be selected and announced during the fall semester. The earlier recognition will give recipients more time to put their awards to work, creating opportunities to benefit their students throughout the year.
Through the Educator Impact Scholarship, Lincoln Maine FCU is not only recognizing exceptional educators, but also investing directly in the schools and communities they serve.