Glenmore Teacher Finalist For 'Lifetime Achievement Award'

SAN ANGELO, TX -  Veronica Stapper, a 2nd-grade teacher at Glenmore Elementary, has been named a finalist for the H-E-B "Excellence in Education Teacher Award."

According to San Angelo ISD, the Excellence in Education awards are designed to “honor and thank outstanding public school professionals for their dedication and commitment to the students in their area.”

On March 4, Mrs. Stapper was surprised in her classroom by H-E-B representatives, H-E-Buddy, and San Angelo ISD administrators and principals. 

Mrs. Stapper was nominated for the Lifetime Achievement Award, which “salutes” teachers with over 20 years of experience.

For being named a finalist, Mrs. Stapper received a $1,000 check and a $1,000 grant for Glenmore. 

Information states that she will go on to compete against four other Texas teachers for the title of 2024 "Lifetime Achievement Award" winner.

Mrs. Stapper will receive $25,000 in cash and a $25,000-grant for her school if selected.