Friends Of Education Award To Be Handed Out To At April 7 Board Of Education Meeting

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Ying Matties will be presented by the Howard County Board of Education with its prestigious Friends of Education Award during its meeting April 7.

Ying Matties founded the Community Allies of Rainbow Youth organization. When she realized she could help more than just her own child and others in her school community, she reached out and built a network of caring individuals who want to ensure each student in Howard County Public Schools feels valued. Matties works tirelessly to help improve policies, practices and curriculum, and make them more inclusive, accepting and relevant.

The board also will acknowledge Friends of Education nominees Amanda Wang, Okinawan Karate Dojo and EnRich Minds for their contributions to the school system.

The Friends of Education Award was established in 2001 to salute exemplary volunteer contributions of time and talent that directly support academic achievement and safe learning environments for the HCPSS.