Irving teacher Mike Robb named 2024 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year

Irving Middle School vocal music teacher Mike Robb is the 2024 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year. 

His family, Lincoln Public Schools leaders and local Scottish Rite Organization chapter members surprised Robb during a school assembly in Irving’s auditorium on April 12.

“There are so many teachers that are deserving of this award and to be one of the ones that have received it is a huge honor,” Robb said. “I'm very grateful and thankful.”

In 1964, the local chapter of Scottish Rite developed an education committee to recognize excellent classroom teachers and help make the public aware of the vital role a classroom teacher plays in educating youth. The award recipient also receives a check for $10,000 from the organization.

“We welcome opportunities to recognize excellence among teachers and make the public aware of the vital role a teacher plays in molding today’s youth for a better tomorrow,” LPS Associate Superintendent for Human Resources Vann Price said. 

Robb has been an educator for more than two decades, teaching most of his career at LPS. He started teaching at Irving in 2001 and has been there ever since.

“Mike Robb is a phenomenal educator and community builder and promotes equitable

opportunities for all students,” Irving Principal Rachael Kluck-Spann said. “Mike’s passion for music, for teaching students to find their voices and to participate in the joy of singing is extraordinary. Mike believes in all students and the importance of inclusivity.”

“Music is something that has meant so much to me, so much to my family and to be able to share that gift every day with students is an honor,” Robb said. “It's definitely a passion of mine. It's part of who I am and I love doing it every day.”

Robb will be formally honored during a special ceremony on Friday, May 10, starting at 4:15 p.m. at the Steve Joel District Leadership Center (formerly known as the LPS district office), where he’ll be featured along with past winners on an interactive display outside the boardroom.

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