We are excited to announce the first recipients of the 3rd Annual Starfish Awards—inspiring individuals from the Ladue School District, Ferguson-Florissant School District, and our Leadership Award honoree. These awardees are making extraordinary differences in the lives of students with disabilities through dedication, innovation, and heart.

Each Starfish Awardee represents the powerful impact one person can have when they choose to go above and beyond for students. We are honored to begin sharing the stories of these changemakers—and this is just the beginning.

Meet a Few of Our Awardees & See Their Surprise Videos

Jennifer Corcoran: Speech & Language Pathologist, Ladue Early Childhood Center in the Ladue School District

Lisa Thomas: Special Education Coordinator in the Ferguson-Florissant School District

Amanda Schroer: Special Education Teacher of the Hancock Place School District

Save the Date: Special Educator Pricing Available

Join us on June 11, 2026, at The Reverie STL in Chesterfield for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate and honor all of our Starfish Awardees. Educators are at the heart of this celebration. Tickets are available for just $50 with a valid SSD email address. Your ticket includes an open bar, exceptional food, and entertainment that will keep the celebration going.

For ticket purchases and sponsorship information, visit starfishawards.org.

More to Come

Additional Starfish Awardees will be announced next week, so stay tuned as we continue to shine a light on those making an extraordinary impact.