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Vina Rahlfs Award for Excellence in Teaching

Established in 2013 in honor of long-time teacher Vina Rahlfs and her decades of service, the award is presented to a faculty member in any division. The winner is selected by the Head of School from nominees by faculty colleagues.

Vina Rahlfs Award Winners

List of 12 items.

Jo Weber

2012-2013
Angela de Pageler

2013-2014
Beth Cain

2014-2015
Elizabeth C. Webb

2015-2016
Cathy W. Erlandson

2016-2017
Melissa Goode McCabe

2017-2018
Paige Gates

2018-2019
Terry Miller

2019-2020
Thomas LaFarelle

2020-2021
Morgan Adams

2021-2022
Fiona Mueller

2022-2023
Jessica McMullen

2023-2024

The teacher chosen

Embodies the Mission, Values, and Seven Core Competencies of Trinity School;
Employs creative, interesting, and engaging approaches to instruction; and
Demonstrates sincere empathy toward students of all levels of ability, learning styles, learning differences, and makes accommodations for same without lowering the established scholastic standards of Trinity School.

Mrs. Melissa McCabe, History Teacher

Teaching at Trinity has always been a team effort. One rarely accomplishes anything alone. I have been able to implement my style of teaching with constant and positive support from my colleagues, parents, staff, and administration. The end results of our combined talents show up every day in the students’ accomplishments and will hopefully continue in their life’s journey.