The Education Foundation of Collier County celebrated it\'s 19th Annual Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Celebration on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts in Naples.

The Annual Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Celebration is one of the most recognized events in Collier County, and a very heartwarming and inspiring occasion. Televised live on WINK-TV and the Education Channel, the Golden Apple Awards gives students, parents and the community an opportunity to say thank you to all teachers while allowing the six Golden Apples to express the love and enthusiasm they have for their chosen profession.