SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah has named West High School social studies teacher Kellie May its Outstanding Public School Teacher.

The annual award, given to exemplary educators in grades K-12, recognizes the impact teachers have in influencing students' educational aspirations beyond high school

May has been an educator in the Salt Lake City School District for the past 22 years, serving students at four schools. May is also the coordinator of West High’s Advancement Via Individual Determination program, providing support for students on their way to becoming first-generation college graduates.

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May will be recognized by U. President David Pershing during commencement on May 4 and by the College of Education during its convocation on May 5.

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