The 2020 Coatesville winner Heather McBall of East Fallowfield Elementary receiving her award.
During an academic year unlike any other, Citadel Credit Union is building strength in education by honoring 21 local teachers with the Citadel Heart of Learning Award. Teachers from across Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties have been recognized after being nominated by their students, peers, parents, and administrators. The Citadel Heart of Learning Award, one of Citadel’s longest standing initiatives, was started 20 years ago in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), to recognize teachers who show dedication in and outside of the classroom, and truly go above and beyond in their role as educators.
The pandemic may have brought the theatre world to a virtual halt, but for Swords writer, playwright and director, David Gilna, it s been an ideal opportunity to harness his creative talent and produce new work.
David s new short film, One for the Ditch - set to hit the film circuit shortly - is a story of our times, one of hope, loss and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit, set against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic.
David speaks to The Fingal Independent of where he got the idea for his new film, and how family can be found outside of the home.