Jackson, MI – A Jackson County educator known for the lasting impact he has on his students has been honored with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery. The award winner, Kevin Barkholz, teaches AP Language and Composition at Jackson High School.
The Michigan Lottery established the Excellence in Education awards in 2014 to recognize outstanding public-school educators across the state during the school year.
Winners of the weekly award receive a $2,000 cash prize. At the end of the school year, one of the weekly award winners will be selected to receive the Lottery’s Educator of the Year award and will receive a $10,000 cash prize.
Barkholz earned a bachelor’s degree from Siena Heights University and a master’s degree from Concordia University. He has been an educator for 20 years, the last eight in his current position.
Excellence in Education award nominees are evaluated on: Excellence, dedication, inspiration, leadership, and effectiveness.
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