The Covington Education Foundation's annual gala will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the Drees Pavilion in the City of Covinton's Devou Park. This year's gala is presented thanks to the generous support of Burke & Schindler Certified Public Accountants.

Established in 2000 to honor distinguished graduates and/or friends of Covington Schools for their achievements and contributions to society, the Board of Directors is excited to announce the 2019 inductees:

Ms. Joyce Dettor Baker - Retired Covington Independent Public Schools Teacher; Former Member of the Covington Independent Schools Board of Education

Mr. Jacob Counts - United States Paraolympic Wheelchair Basketball team; Coach, Cincinnati Dragons; Partner of Skool Aid

Dr. Jeff Smith - Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Precision BioSciences

Dr. Fred Waddell - Consumer Advocate, Author, Professor

The foundation will also recognize the 2019 Outstanding Young Alum:

Dr. DeAris V. Hoard - Officer, Louisville Metro Police

The Covington Education Foundation will honor and celebrate the lifetime commitment and achievements of the 2019 Person of the Year:

MRS. POLLY LUSK PAGE

The cocktail and banquet event is designed to honor alumni, celebrate supporters of the school - all while raising funds to support the foundation's efforts to help students succeed by providing scholarships, paying college fees and assisting with the district’s mentoring program.