Stephanie Hall
Girls on the Run Coach and Coordinator / Second Grade Teacher
Armstrong Elementary School
Eastover, NC
The 2025-26 Spotlight Award was given to Stephanie Hall in recognition of her outstanding work as a sports coach. Stephanie received $5,000 from National Life Group to be shared between a $2,500 individual award and a $2,500 donation to her school.
David Stokes
Physical Education and Health Teacher
Paul Robeson High School
Philadelphia, PA
Omar Edwards
Associate Director, Strategic Planning
School District of Manatee County
Bradenton, FL
Ginger Abney
Kindergarten Teacher
Bienville Parish School Board
Arcadia, LA
The 2025-26 Spirit Award was given to Ginger for the overwhelming support her community showed her nomination. Ginger received $5,000 from National Life Group to be shared between a $2,500 individual award and a $2,500 donation to her school.