BEAUMONT, Texas, July 6 -- Lamar University issued the following news release:
Three Lamar University (LU) alumni have been recognized as Teachers of the Year for the 2026-27 academic year in Vidor Independent School District, highlighting the university's continued impact on education across Southeast Texas.
The educators were honored at their respective campuses for their dedication to student success and excellence in the classroom.
Ashtchin (Castle) Kilmer, who earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing in 2009, was named Vidor ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year and Oak Forest Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
Adam Brown, a 2008 graduate with Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary studies, was named Teacher of the Year at Vidor ...