VHEC names Luccasen Teacher of the Year

Dr. Racheal Luccasen, an alumna of Vestavia Hills High School, has been recognized as Vestavia Hills Elementary-Central’s Teacher of the Year. 

Dr. Luccasen has taught fourth grade for 17 years, seven of which have been at VHEC. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Montevallo. She furthered her education by obtaining her doctoral degree in education with a focus on organizational leadership. 

Dr. Luccasen has a unique way of infusing fun into her teaching. Her students not only learn to their greatest potential, but they also enjoy themselves in the process. She is most proud of how her young learners achieve math and reading skills through games and real-life experiences. 

It is a personal goal of Dr. Luccasen to show students that they have the ability to enjoy learning. In addition to her passion for teaching, she enjoys spending time with her young son, extended family and friends. As a resident of Vestavia Hills, Dr. Luccasen realizes the positive impact one can have in the educational system as well as in the community