Distinguished Educators of the year
2021 Honorees
Clare Resilla
Principal, Spring ISD
Clare Resilla is the true definition of a leader. She started her journey in Education as a teacher, earned her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and is now the proud principal of Hirsch Elementary is Spring ISD. In the words of her colleagues, Dr. Resilla showed “...resilience, passion, and tenacity to advocate for her students and teachers at Hirsch Elementary.” Her passion for education has led her down a successful and fulfilling career path. The College of Education honors Resilla as Distinguished Educator of the Year.
Leslie Gerberman
Librarian, Palacios ISD
Mrs. Leslie Gerberman has opened a whole new world to her students in Palacios ISD. After being an English teacher, Ms. Gerberman furthered her career with a master’s in library science from the College of Education. With her innovation and compassion for students, Mrs. Gerberman has transformed libraries throughout Palacios ISD. The College of Education honors Mrs. Leslie Gerberman as Distinguished Educator of the Year.
Kendra Wuest
Principal, Pawnee ISD
Mrs. Kendra Wuest has impacted her school district and community in many ways. She has done it all, from being an educator, principal and now Director of Special Programs and Innovation in Pawnee ISD. Her work with her students and her community have created a better tomorrow for the students in her district. It is the College of Education's honor to recognize Mrs. Kendra Wuest as Distinguished Educator of the Year.
Amy Schindewolf
Chief of Staff and School Leadership, Tomball ISD
Mentor, friend, and leader are just a few words to describe Dr. Amy Schindewolf. She partners with teachers and campus leaders to empower them to lead their campuses and students. She earned both her Ed.D. and Superintendent’s certificate from the College of Education and is a lifelong learner who inspires others. The College of Education honors Dr. Amy Schindewolf as Distinguished Educator of the Year.
Patricia Nash
Teacher, Huntsville ISD
Ms. Patricia Nash has taught over 6,000 students in her career as a math teacher. Ms. Nash graduated with her bachelor’s in Education from SHSU an 8th grade algebra teacher at Mance Park Middle School in Huntsville ISD. Her dedication to students, math and learning helps students succeed in and out of the classroom. It is an honor to award Ms. Patricia Nash Distinguished Educator of the Year.