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Ten Teachers Honored by Chick-fil-A Leader Academy
February 20, 2024
Educators from across the U.S. celebrated as part of the 10th anniversary of the leadership development program
In celebration of 10 years of Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™, Chick-fil-A is honoring 10 outstanding educators engaged in the program.
In January, local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators surprised honorees with special presentations in their communities, and let them know they would be receiving an all-expenses paid trip to the Chick-fil-A Support Center: Buffington in Atlanta in March. The two-day visit will include opportunities for professional development, with focused programming and guest speakers, as well as moments of recognition and appreciation for their dedication and impact on the next generation.
Honoring the Impact of Educators
Educators were nominated by Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators who currently sponsor the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy program in local schools. Students also submitted essays and video submissions, highlighting the impact of their educators and why they should be selected for the "10 Year Honoree" recognition. In total, nearly 60 teachers were nominated for the award.
“The educators and staff who help facilitate the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy model servant leadership to these students every day, showing them firsthand what it looks like to work together as a team and selflessly serve their communities,” said Jessica Purser, Principal Team Leader, Programs and Activations at Chick-fil-A, Inc. “It’s a privilege to honor and recognize the everyday heroes who have a deep impact on students’ lives day in and day out.”
Meet the Honorees: Championing the Next Generation of Leaders
• Kari Lovering, Tanque Verde High School (Tuscon, Arizona), nominated by local Owner-Operator Dave Carrell of Chick-fil-A Tanque Verde.
• Jeff Bunyea, Oak Hills High School (Oak Hills, California), nominated by local Owner-Operator Kyle Zimmerman of Chick-fil-A Bear Valley Rd. & Mariposa.
• Christine Howell, Orange Park High School (Orange Park, FL), nominated by local Owner-Operator Craig Phillips of Chick-fil-A Wells Road.
• Ples Davis, East Paulding High School (Dallas, GA), nominated by local Owner-Operator Kurt Davis of Chick-fil-A Hiram.
• Demetria Brown, Long Beach High School (Long Beach, MS), nominated by local Owner-Operator Chris McKlveen of Chick-fil-A Gulfport.
• Sheena Brooks, Riverside High School (Durham, NC), nominated by local Owner-Operator Pamela Moncree of Chick-fil-A Hillsborough Road.
• Naomi Parisette, Westbury High School (Westbury, NY), nominated by local Owner-Operator Scott Buccellato of Chick-fil-A Westbury.
• Shari Parker, Cincinnati Christian Schools (Fairfield, OH), nominated by local Owner-Operator Daryl Nelson of Chick-fil-A Bridgewater Falls.
• Jacob Lazarou, Kerr High School (Houston, TX), nominated by local Owner-Operator Willie Anthony-Garrett of Chick-fil-A Hwy. 6 & Bellaire.
• Lisa Schoenbrun, Franklin High School (El Paso, TX), nominated by local Owner-Operator Edgar Ortega of Chick-fil-A Desert Blvd.
“Chick-fil-A Leader Academy equips young leaders to make an impact in their communities and this year, we’re especially excited to celebrate and recognize these 10 teachers who are going above and beyond to facilitate leadership development in their students,” said Jack Roberson of ADDO worldwide, a partner of Chick-fil-A, Inc. which works with local Owner-Operators and high schools to help facilitate the program. “Teachers deserve recognition and appreciation for everything they do, and we’re thrilled to honor them for the role they play in shaping the next generation.”
Creating a Legacy of Leaders
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a national high school leadership development program in which local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators partner with local high schools to help mentor and develop the next generation of leaders. Throughout a seven-month curriculum, teachers guide students and equip them with the skills and resources to make an impact in their communities through student-led service projects.
Since the program’s establishment in 2013, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has:
• Impacted more than 193,000 students across America.
• Contributed over 2 million service hours in local communities.
• Become an active program in 45 U.S. states and nearly 1,200 schools nationwide.
For more information about Chick-fil-A Leader Academy or how to get involved, please visit chickfilaleaderacademy.com.
Educators from across the U.S. celebrated as part of the 10th anniversary of the leadership development program
In celebration of 10 years of Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™, Chick-fil-A is honoring 10 outstanding educators engaged in the program.
In January, local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators surprised honorees with special presentations in their communities, and let them know they would be receiving an all-expenses paid trip to the Chick-fil-A Support Center: Buffington in Atlanta in March. The two-day visit will include opportunities for professional development, with focused programming and guest speakers, as well as moments of recognition and appreciation for their dedication and impact on the next generation.
Honoring the Impact of Educators
Educators were nominated by Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators who currently sponsor the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy program in local schools. Students also submitted essays and video submissions, highlighting the impact of their educators and why they should be selected for the "10 Year Honoree" recognition. In total, nearly 60 teachers were nominated for the award.
“The educators and staff who help facilitate the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy model servant leadership to these students every day, showing them firsthand what it looks like to work together as a team and selflessly serve their communities,” said Jessica Purser, Principal Team Leader, Programs and Activations at Chick-fil-A, Inc. “It’s a privilege to honor and recognize the everyday heroes who have a deep impact on students’ lives day in and day out.”
Meet the Honorees: Championing the Next Generation of Leaders
• Kari Lovering, Tanque Verde High School (Tuscon, Arizona), nominated by local Owner-Operator Dave Carrell of Chick-fil-A Tanque Verde.
• Jeff Bunyea, Oak Hills High School (Oak Hills, California), nominated by local Owner-Operator Kyle Zimmerman of Chick-fil-A Bear Valley Rd. & Mariposa.
• Christine Howell, Orange Park High School (Orange Park, FL), nominated by local Owner-Operator Craig Phillips of Chick-fil-A Wells Road.
• Ples Davis, East Paulding High School (Dallas, GA), nominated by local Owner-Operator Kurt Davis of Chick-fil-A Hiram.
• Demetria Brown, Long Beach High School (Long Beach, MS), nominated by local Owner-Operator Chris McKlveen of Chick-fil-A Gulfport.
• Sheena Brooks, Riverside High School (Durham, NC), nominated by local Owner-Operator Pamela Moncree of Chick-fil-A Hillsborough Road.
• Naomi Parisette, Westbury High School (Westbury, NY), nominated by local Owner-Operator Scott Buccellato of Chick-fil-A Westbury.
• Shari Parker, Cincinnati Christian Schools (Fairfield, OH), nominated by local Owner-Operator Daryl Nelson of Chick-fil-A Bridgewater Falls.
• Jacob Lazarou, Kerr High School (Houston, TX), nominated by local Owner-Operator Willie Anthony-Garrett of Chick-fil-A Hwy. 6 & Bellaire.
• Lisa Schoenbrun, Franklin High School (El Paso, TX), nominated by local Owner-Operator Edgar Ortega of Chick-fil-A Desert Blvd.
“Chick-fil-A Leader Academy equips young leaders to make an impact in their communities and this year, we’re especially excited to celebrate and recognize these 10 teachers who are going above and beyond to facilitate leadership development in their students,” said Jack Roberson of ADDO worldwide, a partner of Chick-fil-A, Inc. which works with local Owner-Operators and high schools to help facilitate the program. “Teachers deserve recognition and appreciation for everything they do, and we’re thrilled to honor them for the role they play in shaping the next generation.”
Creating a Legacy of Leaders
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a national high school leadership development program in which local Chick-fil-A Owner-Operators partner with local high schools to help mentor and develop the next generation of leaders. Throughout a seven-month curriculum, teachers guide students and equip them with the skills and resources to make an impact in their communities through student-led service projects.
Since the program’s establishment in 2013, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has:
• Impacted more than 193,000 students across America.
• Contributed over 2 million service hours in local communities.
• Become an active program in 45 U.S. states and nearly 1,200 schools nationwide.
For more information about Chick-fil-A Leader Academy or how to get involved, please visit chickfilaleaderacademy.com.
