From left: Dr Phillip Neal, SKyCTC president and CEO; Denna White, SKyCTC director of admissions; Julie Waddell, SWHS college/career coach; and SWHS Principal Matt Deaton.

South Warren High School College and Career Coach Julie Waddell was honored with the prestigious 2024 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award by Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College.

This accolade is part of a statewide initiative led by the Kentucky Community & Technical College System to acknowledge high school educators who excel in preparing students for their college careers.

The Pathfinder Award is granted annually to educators who demonstrate exceptional commitment to helping students navigate their future academic and career pathways.

Waddell’s selection was among nearly 250 nominations from all KCTCS colleges, with one educator selected from each of the 16 institutions.