Christie Parks Named 2019 Pennsylvania ProStart Educator of Excellence

Congratulations to Christie Parks, culinary arts instructor at Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center in New Stanton, PA, on being awarded Pennsylvania's ProStart Educator of Excellence for 2019.

Christie Parks (second from left) receives a commemorative plaque at the National ProStart Invitational in Washington, D.C. on May 10, 2019.

The ProStart Educator of Excellence Awards (EEA) recognize educators who demonstrate excellence in the classroom and passion, commitment and creativity in all aspects of the ProStart program to help their students make the most of the opportunities that ProStart offers. Their stories inspire ProStart educators and supporters in our state and across the globe.

Christie was recognized for her award at the state level during the Pennsylvania ProStart Invitational in State College, PA on February 27th of this year. Christie also received recognition nationally, at the National ProStart Invitational in Washington, D.C. on May 10th, 2019. Congratulations Christie, and keep up the great work!

Christie Parks (left) and PA ProStart Coordinator Hope Sterner at the Pennsylvania ProStart Invitational on February 27, 2019.