Clyde-Savannah teacher gets prestigious award and $25,000 prize for making impact on students

CLYDE, N.Y. — A local teacher got a big surprise on Friday morning. She received a prestigious award and a $25,000 prize.

Caitlin Garvey is a special education teacher for first and second graders at Clyde-Savannah Elementary School. A school-wide assembly was held on Friday morning as Garvey was presented with the Milken Educator Award, which is considered the “Oscars of Teaching.”

It’s given to educators who make a profound difference for students, colleagues and communities. We were at the surprise award ceremony and we’ll have more information later.

Congratulations to @ClydeSavannah_ special education teacher Caitlin Garvey! Today, she was awarded the @Milken educator award which honors those who inspire, uplift and make a profound difference in lives of students. The award comes with a $25K cash prize!@news10nbc pic.twitter.com/yUqhvdQjWS

— Jennifer Lewke (@WHEC_JLewke) November 4, 2022