Pathfinder of the Year Award celebrates the impact of teachers, counselors on Kentucky high school students
HENDERSON, Ky. – Henderson County High School Career and Technical Education Career Coach Steve Welch received the Henderson Community College 2023 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award at a school awards banquet held on May 4.
Established by the Kentucky Community & Technical College System, the Pathfinder Award recognizes high school teachers and counselors for their outstanding efforts in assisting students with their college-going plans.
“High school teachers and counselors work tirelessly to ensure our young people can succeed in the classroom, workplace, and community,” said HCC President Dr. Jason Warren “In that spirit, the Pathfinder Award recognizes the best and brightest among us who go above and beyond to embolden and empower the next generation. Thanks to Mr. Welch’s exemplary efforts, countless students in Henderson are able to follow their dreams and make more informed decisions about their future.”
Of note, any high school teacher or counselor can be eligible for the Pathfinder Award and must be nominated by a KCTCS student or faculty/staff member. Winners were selected based on the following criteria:
- Encouraged students to attend a KCTCS college;
- Assisted students in identifying a career and postsecondary path;
- Provided mentorship; (4) and/or maintained contact with students.
In addition to Welch, the Pathfinder Award was given to one teacher or counselor from each of the other 15 KCTCS colleges. In total, nearly 250 nominations were submitted, representing every KCTCS college.
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