At its Fall Meeting in October 2026, FLAVA honored Katherine “Sue” Robertson, retired Latin teacher from Chesterfield Public Schools, with the Helen Warriner-Burke Distinguished Service Award. Sue was recognized for her nearly 40-year career in Latin education, including her work building one of Virginia’s largest Latin programs and her recognition as a White House Presidential Scholar Influential Teacher.

A leader at both the state and national levels, Sue has helped shape educational standards, expanded opportunities for students through service initiatives and international travel, and devoted herself to mentoring and supporting fellow educators. Her influence has inspired generations of students and teachers and fostered a lifelong love of learning.