Tamiko Armstead | 2026 Lifetime Achiever in Education

Cardinal Ritter College Prep’s Tamiko Armstead is honored as the 2026 Lifetime Achiever in Education for her outstanding contributions to local students.

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October 20, 2026

Tamiko Armstead, 2026 Lifetime Achiever in Education award recipient, posing for a professional portrait.

Tamiko Armstead, president and CEO of Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School, receives the 2026 Lifetime Achiever in Education Award from The St. Louis American Foundation.

This honoree profile was presented at the 39th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on October 17, 2026, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

Video produced by James LeBine and Raven Whitener
The St. Louis American Foundation

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The Conversation With Al McFarlane: 10/20

Al McFarlane is back for another essential discussion. Catch the latest episode of our ongoing conversation series right here.

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Carmen Meeks | 2026 Excellence in Education Awardee

Watch as Carmen Meeks is honored with a 2026 Excellence in Education Award for her outstanding leadership and commitment to student success.

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October 20, 2026

Carmen Meeks smiling at the 2026 Excellence in Education Award ceremony hosted by the St. Louis American.

Carmen Meeks, director of Math314 and School Leadership Programs at Washington University’s Institute for School Partnership and president of the Special School District of St. Louis County Board of Education, receives a 2026 Excellence in Education Award from The St. Louis American Foundation.

This honoree profile was presented at the 39th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on October 17, 2026, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

Video produced by James LeBine and Raven Whitener.
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Minneapolis Sports Facilities: Finally Getting Due! #shorts

Minneapolis is long overdue for a sports facility upgrade. Discover why our public infrastructure is finally catching up to modern urban standards.

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October 20, 2026

Aerial view of the Minneapolis skyline highlighting major sports stadiums and professional arenas.

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Dr. Demetrius Adams | 2026 Excellence in Education Awardee

Principal Dr. Demetrius Adams is honored with the 2026 Excellence in Education Award for his outstanding leadership at Hazelwood West High School.

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October 20, 2026

Dr. Demetrius Adams smiling in a suit, text overlay reads 2026 Excellence in Education Awardee by St. Louis American.

Dr. Demetrius Adams, principal of Hazelwood West High School, receives a 2026 Excellence in Education Award from The St. Louis American Foundation.

This honoree profile was presented at the 39th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on October 17, 2026, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

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Dr. Cierra Wourman | 2026 Excellence in Education Awardee

Dr. Cierra Wourman is honored with the 2026 Excellence in Education Award for her impactful work as a college and career counselor at Confluence Academies.

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October 20, 2026

Dr. Cierra Wourman smiling in professional attire with 2026 Excellence in Education Award text overlay.

Dr. Cierra Wourman, network college and career counselor for Confluence Academies, receives a 2026 Excellence in Education Award from The St. Louis American Foundation.

This honoree profile was presented at the 39th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on October 17, 2026, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

Video produced by James LeBine and Raven Whitener.
The St. Louis American Foundation.

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Dr. Earleen Patterson | 2026 Excellence in Education Awardee

Dr. Earleen Patterson is honored with the 2026 Excellence in Education Award for her outstanding leadership in student equity, diversity, and inclusion at SIUE.

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October 20, 2026

Dr. Earleen Patterson smiling while holding the 2026 Excellence in Education Award plaque at an awards ceremony.

Dr. Earleen Patterson, associate vice chancellor for student opportunities, equity, diversity and inclusion at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, receives a 2026 Excellence in Education Award from The St. Louis American Foundation.

This honoree profile was presented at the 39th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on October 17, 2026, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

Video produced by James LeBine and Raven Whitener.
The St. Louis American Foundation.