Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the leading retailer of content, digital media, and educational products, today announced that Mrs. Joy Knighton from Holman Middle School in Henrico County has been named the local winner of the Barnes & Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest. Knighton was chosen from entries at the Short Pump Barnes & Noble at 11640 West Broad Street, Richmond. Knighton was nominated by Tanvi Allada
Students were invited to nominate their favorite teacher by writing essays, poems, or thank-you letters that explain how their teacher has influenced their life and reveal why they appreciate and admire him or her. Entries were judged on the compelling nature of the teacher’s qualities, the sincerity of the student’s appreciation, and the quality of expression and writing. Knighton will receive a special award acknowledging their achievement. Tanvi Allada, who wrote the winning essay, poem, or thank-you letter, will receive a certificate of recognition.
Knighton will now be entered into the regional competition where five winners will be chosen. Each regional winner will receive a $500 Barnes & Noble Gift Card. From the pool of five regional winners, Barnes & Noble will name one teacher the Barnes & Noble National Teacher of the Year. The winning teacher will receive $5,000 and the title of Teacher of the Year. The winner will be recognized at a special community celebration at a local Barnes & Noble store. The winning teacher’s school will receive $5,000 as well.
The Barnes & Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest provides students with the opportunity to tell their communities how much they appreciate their teachers. Students enrolled in middle or high schools in the United States are eligible to participate; and only educators employed by private or public elementary, middle, or high schools are eligible to be nominated. Awards include cash prizes for the teachers and schools, and more.
More details on the contest rules can be found at BN.com/myfavoriteteacher
