On Nov. 21, fourth grade teacher Kristy Wied was presented with the Howard L. Koop Exemplary Teacher Award from Cedar Crest College. She was nominated by Principal Zach Brem. ABOVE: Kristy Wied and her current class stand with Dr. Ivonne Miranda, supervisor of field and student teaching at Cedar Crest College.

Kristy Wied is presented the Howard L. Koop Exemplary Teacher Award by Dr. Ivonne Miranda, supervisor of field and student teaching at Cedar Crest College.

Kristy Wied’s family surprises her by being present at the ceremony including her parents Bud and Georgene Gerlach, sons Tyler and Brady Wied and husband Kenny Wied.

PRESS PHOTOS BY REBECCA FOEHRKOLBKristy Wied stands by her cake. This honor was a complete surprise to her.

RIGHT: The Howard L. Klopp Exemplary Teacher Award is presented to Kristy Wied from Cedar Crest College.