Heart for Education Award
2024 Recipients


2024 Heart for Education Award
Chris Fugate, State Representative
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2024 Heart for Education Award
Robert Stivers, State Senate President
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Other Leadership Awards

Administrator of the Year

Distinguished Service Award

Wanda Luttrell Office Professional Award

Fred Award  

Superintendent of the Year Award

William T. Nallia Award
The KASA Heart for Education Award is periodically bestowed upon individuals who have shown exceptional dedication and effort in advancing public education in Kentucky. This prestigious honor recognizes those who go above and beyond in their commitment to improving the educational landscape, advocating for students, teachers, and school communities. Recipients of this award demonstrate an unwavering dedication to fostering educational excellence, supporting innovative initiatives, and contributing significantly to the betterment of public education throughout the state. Through their exemplary efforts, these individuals help shape a brighter future for Kentucky's students, making a lasting impact on the quality and accessibility of education.

 Year Recipient
 2024
 Chris Fugate, State Representative
Robert Stivers, State Senate President
 2023 Scott Lewis, State Representative 
 2022 Steve Riley, State Representative