She is an amazing educator specializing in Visual Arts and now Westvale Elementary School Art Specialist Rachel Henderson is being recognized by the Utah State Board of Education. Ms. Henderson is one of nine Utah educators receiving the 2025 Sorenson Legacy Awards for
Excellence in Arts Education.
The Sorenson Legacy Award for Excellence in Arts Education is a prestigious award recognizing outstanding educators and administrators who promote the arts in student development. It was established in memory of Beverley Taylor Sorenson, a tireless advocate for high-quality arts in public education. The award underscores the critical role of arts education in Utah’s schools and honors educators who excel in integrating the arts into their teaching.
Congratulations, Rachel Henderson! Keep up the inspiring work building student curiosity and a love for the arts.