KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — The Goddard School® celebrated its leading franchisees during the 2025 Franchisee Convention in Las Vegas, recognizing significant contributions to its network of over 640 schools, which serve nearly 100,000 children across the United States.
The awards, presented by Goddard Systems, the manager of the franchise system, highlight standout excellence in education, community impact, and innovation.
Key Winners
- Chairman’s Award: David Raye of The Goddard School of Third Lake, IL, was recognized for his decades of leadership and contributions to brand stewardship.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Shauna Barison, The Goddard School of Redmond Ridge, WA, was honored for her years of mentorship and dedication to the Seattle market.
- Schumacher Resiliency Award: Alissa and Michael Harritt, The Goddard School of Leander, TX, received accolades for overcoming challenges while advocating for families and the Goddard system.
- Humanitarian Award: A group of schools in Connecticut raised over $18,000 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to support pediatric cancer research and awareness.
- Educational Excellence Award: Robin and Ted Ray, from Sugar Hill, GA, demonstrated commitment to high-quality education, earning Cognia accreditation for their school.
Additional awards included recognition for family experience, emerging leadership, and transformational development, showcasing franchisees’ dedication to expanding access to premium early childhood education while inspiring innovation within their communities.
A Bright Future
The recognition of achievements highlights the critical role franchisees play in fostering early childhood development while reinforcing Goddard’s position as a leader in early childhood education.
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