Pinellas County educator receives national recognition
January 19, 2023 - The National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) named Dr. Kristie Jo Redfering, a special education teacher at Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center in Pinellas Park, its 2023 Teacher of the Year. According to a Pinellas County Schools release, the award recognizes excellence among teachers who provide direct services to children with exceptionalities and who best support students with disabilities. Redfering will receive a $2,000 cash prize, a $1,000 classroom grant and accommodations to the CEC annual convention in Louisville, where officials will recognize her achievements.