State Board Honors Dorris Assistant Principal | The Locally Times

The Collinsville school district announced the state-level recognition for Leah Davis, though public records do not detail the specific achievements or criteria for the award.

## District Announces State Recognition On March 10, 2026, Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 announced that Dorris Intermediate School Assistant Principal Leah Davis was named a 2026 Those Who Excel/Teacher of the Year Honoree. The announcement, which serves as the official public record of the honor, identifies the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) as the awarding body. Public records also do not clarify whether the award names a single statewide winner or multiple honorees. The specific standards used by the Illinois State Board of Education for selection are also not included in the district's posting. ## Nomination and Achievements Not Publicized The basis for the award is not included in the district's announcement. The public record does not state who nominated Davis, nor does it describe the nomination and selection timeline. Specific achievements, initiatives, or contributions by Davis that resulted in the honor are not detailed in the communication. The announcement also omits information regarding a formal awards ceremony and any potential financial or professional development benefits for the recipient or the school district.