(KLZA)-- Three Falls City Public Schools educators were recognized during the August 15th Pre-Service meeting at Falls City High School.

Falls City Superintendent Tim Heckenlively presented the Falls City Education Foundation awards.

 Those honored were Kim Oliver, named the Outstanding Elementary Teacher of the Year.  She is beginning her 33rd year with the Falls City Public Schools and is a second grade teacher at North School.

Mrs. Lori Rech received the Outstanding Secondary Teacher of the Year Award. Mrs. Rech is also beginning her 33rd year as a High School Social Studies Teacher, 19 of those years with the Falls City Public Schools.

Mrs. Diana Kottich received the Outstanding Employee of the Year Award. Mrs. Kottich is beginning her 27th year with the Falls City Public Schools.

The recipients each received an engraved plaque in recognition of their dedication and contribution to the success of the students and the Falls City Public Schools.