Ballymena BID Limited is thrilled to announce the winners of their annual ‘Treat Your Teacher’ competition!
Yesterday, Thursday 19th June, the team were delighted to visit a number of local schools to celebrate and honour the exceptional educators who make a significant difference in our children's lives.
The winning teachers and school staff were delighted to be presented with fabulous flowers generously provided by Milson & Berry on Greenvale Street. In addition, each winner received a Ballymena Gift Card, the perfect gift for teachers, allowing them to choose from a wide range of options in over 110 local businesses.
Ballymena BID Manager Emma McCrea commented:
“The original competition received hundreds of heartfelt letters from primary school students, each nominating their favourite teachers, classroom assistants, principals, and caretakers. The enthusiasm and sincerity of these young writers highlighted the profound impact that dedicated school staff have on their students.
“We are proud to highlight the following winners of the "Treat Your Teacher" competition!”
1. Miss Moore – Kells & Conor Primary School
Emilla Lilly McGall and Miss Moore (Kells & Conor Primary School)
2. Mr. Church – Carniny Primary School
Mr Church, Kacie Hunter (Carniny Primary School)
3. Mrs. Fletcher – Carniny Primary School
Mrs Fletcher, Connie Wallace (Carniny Primary School)
4. Theresa Dixon – Castle Tower School
Theresa Dixon (Castle Tower) & Clare Moore (Ballymena BID)
5. Mrs. Bradford – Harryville Primary School
Madison O’Kane and Mrs Bradford
6 & 7. Mrs. Anderson and Miss McKane – Camphill Primary School
Mrs Anderson, Eden Mitchell, Miss McKane (Camphill Primary School)
8. Mr. Willet – Ballymena Primary School
Mr Willet (Ballymena Primary)
9. Mrs. Gray – Hazelbank Primary School
Mrs Gray with Leah & Abbie Millar (HazelbankPrimary School)
10. Miss Hackett – St. Brigid’s Primary School
Emma McCrea (Ballymena BID), Miss Hackett (St. Brigids PS), Clare Moore
Emma added:
“Ballymena BID Limited appreciates all the teachers and school staff in our local schools! It’s been years since we sat in those primary school seats, so we asked primary school students to tell us why their teacher, classroom assistant, principal, caretaker, or any school staff member is the best.
“We received hundreds of letters, each sharing touching stories of teachers and staff going above and beyond. We really wish we could have awarded everyone who was nominated.”
The Ballymena BID team carefully selected up to 10 local teachers and school staff from the wider Ballymena area to receive a special gift, including Ballymena Gift Card and a beautiful bunch of flowers, as a token of appreciation for their dedication and hard work.
Why Choose the Ballymena Gift Card for Your Teacher?
The Ballymena Gift Card is the perfect gift for teachers, offering the gift of choice. They can use it in over 110 Ballymena businesses, including retail, hospitality, beauty, home, and more. It’s an ideal end-of-term present, whether purchased individually or as a group gift from multiple parents.
Where to Purchase:
The Ballymena Gift Card can be purchased from kiosks in either Fairhill Shopping Centre or Tower Centre, or online at (http://www.ballymenagiftcard.co.uk).