ECTC honors Meade County High School educator

Published on Apr 24, 2025

During a surprise presentation at Meade County High School, Technical Education and Career Development Coordinator Lori Collard was announced as the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2025 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award recipient. As part of Community College Month celebrations, the Pathfinder Award recognizes high school teachers and counselors for their outstanding efforts in assisting students with their college-going plans.

“At ECTC, we work with many high school teachers and counselors who go above and beyond to ensure their students are ready to make informed decisions about college and their future careers,” said ECTC Director of Secondary Partnerships Natalie Taylor. “Each year, the Pathfinder Award recognizes one of these outstanding individuals and the positive impact they have on the students they serve.”

Nominations for the Pathfinder Award were made by KCTCS students, faculty and staff. Winners were selected based on the following criteria: encourages students to attend a KCTCS college; assists students in identifying a career and postsecondary paths; provides mentorship; and/or maintains contact with students.

“We are so proud to recognize Lori because she is an incredible partner, and more importantly, she cares about students,” Taylor said. “Every day, she helps students discover our region’s in-demand careers, set educational goals, and find resources to overcome any barriers they may have to achieving their dreams.”

In addition to Collard, the Pathfinder Award is given to one teacher or counselor from each of the other 15 KCTCS colleges.