Western Governors University sponsors February A+ Award for teacher nominated by former student

Dr. Terrence Hopson of Western Governors University introduced the sponsor for the month’s A+ Award, and a presenter announced Mr. Brzeveen as the February A+ Award winner; the nomination came from former student Kyra Hinkle, the transcript shows.

The award recognizes classroom and extracurricular contributions. A presenter praised the recipient’s long service in coaching — including basketball and golf — and said the teacher helps the school’s building climate and culture. Dr. Hopson said, "I'm Dr. Terrence Hopson with Western Governors University, and we are proud to sponsor this month's A plus award." The presenter added, "There we go. Well, congratulations, sir. You are a February A plus award winner…" and noted Hinkle's nomination.

Presenters highlighted the winner’s role in VEI micro and macro classes and the ability to connect with students. The transcript includes the presenter’s remark, "We love Mr. Rusby," and descriptions that the recipient "does a phenomenal job with our VEI micro and macro classes to prepare them and challenge them during classes, during presentations, to help them grow and be prepared for the future." That praise was offered during the award presentation segment of the meeting.

In a first-person statement recorded in the transcript, the award recipient said he has been teaching for 14 years and expressed strong attachment to the students and colleagues, saying he "loves it here" and values the students' passion for learning. The recipient and presenters emphasized relationships with students as the basis for deeper engagement and academic challenge.

No formal board action, vote, or policy decision accompanied the presentation; the segment in the transcript is a recognition item.