2025 Merit Pay Recipients

We are proud to share that 10 of our teachers have been selected to receive merit pay through the Arkansas Merit Teacher Incentive Fund Program! This recognition is awarded to educators who have demonstrated outstanding student growth over a period of 2-3 years through the 2023-2024 school year—with some also serving in critical shortage subject areas.

Please join us in congratulating:

  • Makala Allen

  • Heather Avise

  • Pam Buel

  • Hope Davenport

  • Tyler Harness

  • Katherine Quinn

  • Chrystal Shaw

  • Kelsea Simons

  • Grace Stolz

  • Marla Walker

We’re grateful for the dedication of all our educators, and we celebrate every effort being made to support student success!

Learn more about the program here: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/recognition-programs/arkansas-merit-incentive-fund-