During the AFT-WV Convention, held November 15-16 in Charleston, the following locals and individuals were recognized for their contributions to the union:
• Pride of the Union Award- AFT-Cabell County
• Membership Growth Awards
NET GROWTH
-2nd Place Net ReGrowth--Raleigh Co Federation of Teachers
-1st Place Net Re-Growth--AFT-WV Service Personnel
PERCENTAGE GROWTH
-2nd Place Percentage ReGrowth--AFT-Raleigh Service Personnel
-1st Place Percentage Re-Growth --AFT-Nicholas Service Personnel
•Apple awards (3 winners)
The Apple Award -Because You Make a Difference-was presented to :
Bill McCloud - Lincoln County
Debbie Arthur- Putnam County
Andy Bird- Putnam County
•Judy Hale Leadership Award for Leadership and Vision - Kristie Skidmore- Randolph County
•Lifetime Service award- Fred Albert
•Albert "Al" Shanker Award for Courage and Conviction (two winners)
- AFT-Wetzel County and the Wetzel County Education Association for securing a settlement win for a joint grievance involving 67 members.
-Senator Mike Caputo for his tireless efforts for working people over the span over 20+ years in public service., and an incredible 133 right- 0 wrong legislative voting record on worker's issues.