October 19, 2016
Lincoln, Neb. — Katie Krause, extension educator in Douglas-Sarpy Counties, was honored recently at the National Extension Association for Family and Consumer Sciences 2016 annual session.
Katie received the National and Central Region NEAFCS Past Presidents' New Professional Award at the conference. She was recognized for developing and implementing educational and engaging programs to help early childhood professionals create quality experiences for children ages 0-8.
The New Professional Award recognizes outstanding accomplishments of NEAFCS members within their first three years of employment. The award is to encourage the use of innovative and effective methods of conducting an Extension program. With a belief in the value of continued professional development, the past presidents of NEAFCS established this award to help enable new professionals to attend their first NEAFCS Annual Session. Katie's commitment to meeting the needs of individuals, families and communities is exemplary.
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
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http://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/