Oakville High School nurse Pam Frederich has been selected as one of 33 area winners of the Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Award.

Program Director Maureen Moore and a group of Oakville High students recently made the surprise presentation, which resulted in tears of joy from an overwhelmed Frederich, according to a district news release.

The Leaders in Education Award is presented to full-time professionals in education who serve in many different roles — teachers, advisers and support staff. But all share a common commitment to inspiring young people.

Oakville High Principal Jan Kellerman and her staff nominated Frederich for the Peabody Award, citing her dedication to the health and well-being of Oakville students, the release stated. Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Award recipients receive $1,000 and will be honored at a special recognition dinner this summer.