A festive assembly at Katherine Dunn Elementary turns into a big surprise for one outstanding teacher when Lowell Milken, founder of the Milken Educator Awards, presents third grade teacher Liz Barnum with a Nevada Milken Award and $25,000, with the help of Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo and Superintendent of Public Instruction Jhone M. Ebert.
“The power of recognition is one of the strongest forces for stimulating human and social action. Yes, recognition is a powerful motivator—to those who receive it as well as those who observe it.” - Lowell Milken