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IPS announces Teacher of the Year with surprise

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis Public Schools handed out the honor of “Teacher of the Year” Monday afternoon.

Kathleen Rauth was surprised with the award.

She currently serves as a media specialist for a pair of schools in the district and has been teaching for over 30 years.

Rauth graduated from Ball State University with a degree in in elementary education and a minor in theater according to MyIPS.

Rauth also helped create an evening book group that invites fathers to read together and provide real life role models to young readers.

Check out the video for more from the announcement.

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