SHERRY CHASE (OLSON)

Sherry Chase was a committed teacher with 32 years of service at Lynndale Elementary School. She influenced hundreds of children with her dedication and creativity. She received numerous awards and recognition. In 1970, she was awarded the Golden Acorn for her "service to children and youth". In 1987 she was nominated for the National PTA's Phoebe Apperson Hearst Outstanding Educator of the year award. In April 1991, she was chosen Edmonds Education Association Educator of the Month, and was elected Educator of the Year in June 1991. And in 1994, she was a School District Finalist for the Washington State Teacher of the Year Program. Sherry graduated from Whitman College in 1962. The Whitman Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta has set up an annual award in her name to be presented to "one who reaches out when least expected, having the special ability to brighten our days with thoughtfulness and fun; seeking no recognition, only the pure pleasure of sharing a joke, a prank, a helping hand and unconditional friendship."

Shirley Olson Dubendorf