Kyle Etherington, a dedicated educator from the Rossville Consolidated School District, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Teacher of Distinction Award from the Indiana University Kokomo School of Education. This prestigious honor recognizes IU Kokomo alumni who have made a meaningful and lasting impact in their schools and communities through exceptional service in the field of education.
Etherington, a graduate of IU Kokomo with more than five years of teaching experience, was nominated by Vince Lorenz, who commended his outstanding dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success. The School of Education Awards Committee was particularly impressed by his unwavering passion for education, his positive influence on students, and his desire to inspire young people not only to achieve greatness but also to lead lives rooted in kindness and integrity.
The award ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 5, at Indiana University Kokomo Alumni Hall. The event will honor outstanding alumni educators whose work continues to reflect the university’s mission and values.
His contributions continue to shape a supportive, challenging, and meaningful learning environment for his students.
Kaspar Broadcasting -WILO would also like to recognize Kyle Etherington. If you have ever been at a local high school sporting event that is being televised by Hoosierland TV, you have probably seen Kyle there broadcasting the game. Kyle also broadcast recaps and interviews on “Inside the Huddle” Saturday mornings. There is something to said about people that are passionate about what they do in life. It is what transforms an ordinary person into an extraordinary person. Whether our children are in the classroom or out playing sports, “Thank you Kyle” for supporting the students of our community.
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