Teacher appreciation

Moss Haven Elementary teacher LeaAnne Pillers won the KLTY Teacher of the Month award for December. In partnership with CareNow, KLTY recognizes a teacher each month during the school year. A parent nominated her for the honor, and she was selected from more than 100 entries. Pillers is pictured with her former kindergarten student Anna Speer.

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Unsung heroes

Brandon Landis and Will Morgan received Unsung Hero awards at a recent Lake Highlands Exchange Club event. Landis has Dystonia, a symptom of a brain disorder, which causes him to lose muscle control in his arms and legs. Morgan suffers from Ewing’s Sarcoma, a form of leg cancer. The award, presented by John York, recognizes community members who show leadership while facing adversity. Pictured from left: Drew and Melissa Landis with their son, Brandon Landis, and Will Morgan with parents, Renee and Sam Long.

Making a difference

Christian Buechel, Elliott Schermerhorn and Connor Davis recently participated in Jesuit College Prep’s Cultural and Service Immersion Program in Nicaragua. They worked with the “Amigos for Christ” organization to promote rural development in water and sanitation, health care, education, and community. All three boys are Lake Highlands residents, seniors at Jesuit, and graduated from St. Patrick’s Catholic School.