Ms. Vonada recognized with national teaching award

Woodstock Union high school math teacher Heather Vonada was honored at the NEA Foundation's Salute to Excellence in Education Gala in Washington, D.C. on February 13.

Ms. Vonada is one of just 48 educators nationwide selected by the NEA to receive the 2026 Travelers Award for Teaching Excellence—a prestigious recognition honoring outstanding classroom practice, commitment to equity, and community engagement.

We are lucky to have her. Congratulations, Ms. Vonada!