Louisiana Milken Educator Kyle Cook (LA ‘24) is a band director and mentor teacher at Maplewood Middle School in Sulphur, Louisiana. Cook inspires students through his dynamic band program. Learn more in his Spotlight interview.
The 2025 Milken Educator Awards Forum celebrated a major milestone—our 3,000th Award recipient. The class of 2024-25 joined veteran Milken Educators for two powerful days of learning, connection, and bold leadership.
Lowell Milken created the Milken Educator Awards to give outstanding teachers the recognition they deserve for their important work — ensuring a bright future for every student.
