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Connie Southerland selected 2017-18, Rotary Teacher of the Year!
Connie SoutherlandCongratulations to Connie Southerland for being selected as the 2017-18, Rotary Teacher of the Year.  Mrs. Southerland currently teaches Kindergarten at Stevenson Elementary, and this is her 30th year!  She is the daughter of Bobby and Joyce Boissear and Joe Covelli.  She is a Russellville High School graduate and received her education from Western Kentucky University.  She is married to Mike Southerland and has a daughter, Stephanie Cole; son-in-law, Dedric Cole; a son, Stephen Southerland; and daughter-in-law, Melissa Southerland.  She has 5 grandchildren and will be welcoming twin girls due May 26.  She has been previously honored with the Chamber of Commerce Teaching Award.  When asked what she considers to be her successes, she stated having a positive attitude, the ability to build relationships, and having high expectations.  She will be recognized at a luncheon to be held May 10.  Stevenson Elementary is fortunate to have Mrs. Southerland on their team!  Congratulations again!  We R Proud!