Annual Partners In Education Awards
October 21, 2008

Each year, Partners In Education thanks the volunteers, businesses, organizations, and schools that participate in our program. A few of those dedicated volunteers are awaded special recognition for their efforts. Below are photos taken during the 2008 awards celebration. Thanks to those who attended and congratulations to all of the award winners.

Guest speaker Terrence Thomas, accompanied by two of his UPS colleagues. Terrence spoke about his "I Know Who I Am" program for young people entering the workforce.

Debbie Schaefer, accepting the 2008 award for Best Partnership Project, on behalf of Brooks Insurance.

Grace Church Executive Director Mary Brack (left) accepts the 2008 Advocate for Partnering Award.

Chuck Stocking (left) accepts a special award from the Partners In Education Board of Trustees, for his many years of dedicated service to the organization. Also pictured, Mark Rasmus (right), current president of the Partners In Education board of trustees.

Partners In Education Executive Director Eileen Kerner congratulations Chuck Stocking by sharing a "Chuck story" with the audience.

Each year, Partners in Education of Toledo holds an Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony, recognizing some of the outstanding citizens who help us serve area children.