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Ogden School District has announced the October 2026 Achieving Higher award recipient. Katie McKinnon, a teacher at Ogden High School, was named the first recipient for the month.
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Katie McKinnon of Ogden High School is an Achieving Higher award recipient for October 2026.
The peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for service to colleagues and students.
McKinnon serves as a mentor in ESL Endorsement courses.
Katie McKinnon, a teacher at Ogden High School, has been named an Achieving Higher award recipient for October 2026. The peer-nominated award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exemplary effort by doing more than what is expected in service of students and colleagues, according to a notice from the Ogden School District.
McKinnon was recognized for her work with students and her role as a mentor in ESL Endorsement courses. The district noted that she creates environments where people feel supported and encouraged to succeed. Whether working with high school students or adult educators, McKinnon is recognized for noticing and meeting needs with compassion and generosity.
