The @sbbowl is delighted to announce the 2025 Santa Barbara Bowl Performing Arts Teacher of the Year, Rich Lashua, performing arts teacher at Santa Barbara Junior High School! 

Nominators shared that Lashua “brings teaching to life” and “exemplifies the true essence of arts education.

Congratulations, Rich, your community celebrates you and your passionate dedication to Performing Arts education!

The SBBowl Performing Arts Teacher of the Year Award, granted in partnership with the @sbcountyeduoffice Teachers Network, is an annual recognition of an exemplary performing arts teacher.

Through outreach initiatives, the Bowl provides instrument funding, grants, opportunities, subsidized tickets, and sponsorships so that K-12 students in Santa Barbara County receive performing arts education and experiences.

Learn more about Outreach and all the programs provided

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