Southeast South-Central Educational Cooperative

We’re thrilled to recognize and celebrate Melanie Howard, a phenomenal Moderate and Severe Disabilities (MSD) teacher at Corbin Primary School (Corbin Independent), for being named the 2026 Kentucky Elementary School Teacher of the Year! 🏆

Melanie’s unwavering commitment to her students and her exceptional work in special education inspire us all. SESC is incredibly proud to see an educator from our region recognized for her outstanding dedication, compassion, and impact on young learners. ❤️🤍

Her achievement shines a spotlight on the amazing work happening every day in classrooms across the SESC region. Congratulations, Melanie! 👏