2015 Annie Awards Winners

In 2015, Chasing Hope started The Annie Awards, to recognize local professionals who represent the highest standard in Illinois special education. These are the first winners of The Annies!

2015 Classroom Professional Award:

Ken Fine, Northbrook Junior High School, Northbrook, IL

Board president BethAnn Beasley with Michael Fine (left), nominator of Ken Fine (right), Classroom Professional recipient from Northbrook Junior High School and his daughter, and founder Christine Walker

Board president BethAnn Beasley with Michael Fine (left), nominator of Ken Fine (right), Classroom Professional recipient from Northbrook Junior High School and his daughter, and founder Christine Walker

2015 SUPPORT CHAMPION AWARD

Jenny Knudson, Northern Suburban Special Education District, Highland Park, IL

Support Champion recipient Jenny Knudson, a speech therapist with NSSED, with Tracy Winslow, a parent who nominated her.

Support Champion recipient Jenny Knudson, a speech therapist with NSSED, with Tracy Winslow, a parent who nominated her.

2015 ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP AWARD:

Diane Wojcik, New Trier High School, Winnetka, IL

Parent Jan De La Rosa (left) with Administrative Leadership recipient Diane Wojcik, New Trier High School.

Parent Jan De La Rosa (left) with Administrative Leadership recipient Diane Wojcik, New Trier High School.