Ben Katko

Savannah

Morning Co-Anchor and Managing Editor at WSAV-TV (Savannah, GA)

Articles

St. Jude Dream Home radio-thon

Mar 6, 2025 | wsav.com | Kris Hummer |Ben Katko

by: Kris Hummer, Ben Katko Posted: Mar 6, 2025 / 02:32 PM EST Updated: Mar 6, 2025 / 03:02 PM EST SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — WSAV News 3’s Ben Katko and Renee LaSalle of WIXV radio talk about the St. Jude Dream Home radiothon. Check out what they’re doing to help families battling childhood cancer.
Rincon Elementary teacher wins “A Banana for the Teacher”

Nov 21, 2024 | wsav.com | Ben Katko

RINCON, Ga. (WSAV) – As we get deeper into the school year, we don’t want to forget about the incredible job our local teachers are doing every single day. “Surprised for sure. Unexpected. Wasn’t really prepared,” said Rincon Elementary teacher Kiristen Boles. Boles, a third-grade teacher, was surprised as our next winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”“I’m glad that my work speaks for itself and I’m glad they were able to see that in me and take the time to actually nominate me.
Rincon Elementary teacher wins “A Banana for the Teacher”

Nov 21, 2024 | yahoo.com | Ben Katko

RINCON, Ga. (WSAV) – As we get deeper into the school year, we don’t want to forget about the incredible job our local teachers are doing every single day. “Surprised for sure. Unexpected. Wasn’t really prepared,” said Rincon Elementary teacher Kiristen Boles. Boles, a third-grade teacher, was surprised as our next winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”Advertisement“I’m glad that my work speaks for itself and I’m glad they were able to see that in me and take the time to actually nominate me.
Windsor Forest history teacher named “A Banana for the Teacher” winner

Oct 28, 2024 | wsav.com | Ben Katko

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – There’s nothing a good surprise, especially when it involves cold, hard cash. WSAV met a teacher at Windsor Forest High School during a very special homecoming week full of fun days and funky outfits to surprise her as the next winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”“This is homecoming week. We’re trying to change the school culture and show more Windsor pride. I’m dressed up as the #1 barbecue dad in the city,” said Brooklyn Howard.
Windsor Forest history teacher named “A Banana for the Teacher” winner

Oct 28, 2024 | yahoo.com | Ben Katko

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – There’s nothing a good surprise, especially when it involves cold, hard cash. WSAV met a teacher at Windsor Forest High School during a very special homecoming week full of fun days and funky outfits to surprise her as the next winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”“This is homecoming week. We’re trying to change the school culture and show more Windsor pride. I’m dressed up as the #1 barbecue dad in the city,” said Brooklyn Howard.
Ebenezer Middle School teacher awarded ‘A Banana for the Teacher’

Sep 30, 2024 | wsav.com | Ben Katko

RINCON, Ga. (WSAV) – Our local teachers continue to go above and beyond every day in their classrooms. This week, we’re honoring our first Effingham County teacher who does much more than just teach her students as our next winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”Ms. Ivory Brown is a teacher at Ebenezer Middle School. “I’m so amazed. I’m so surprised and I’m so thankful,” said Brown.
WSAV awards Pulaski educator with ‘A Banana for the Teacher’

Sep 12, 2024 | yahoo.com | Ben Katko

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – It’s a good feeling when a plans comes together. WSAV’s plan was to stop by Pulaski Elementary School to surprise a deserving teacher, and to help her take her big plans and bring them to life. Dianne Martins is a teacher at the school, and she’s our next “A Banana for the Teacher” winner. “Every year we’re trying to become a better version of ourselves. This year I’m trying to become better as far as reading and getting kids excited about reading,” Martins said.
New Hampstead STEAM educator newest “A Banana for the Teacher”

Aug 29, 2024 | wsav.com | Ben Katko

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – With the new school year well underway, we are also well underway honoring our local teachers. Sam Sacks/New Hampstead K-8 teacher:“I’m shaking. I’m excited. I’m glad I had my bananas hat for softball practice today,” said New Hampstead K-8 teacher Sam Sacks. Having a Bananas hat handy is fitting because Mr. Sacks is our newest winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.” “This has been the most excited classroom that I have seen so far.
New Hampstead STEAM educator newest “A Banana for the Teacher”

Aug 29, 2024 | yahoo.com | Ben Katko

Ben KatkoAugust 29, 2024 at 7:28 AM·1 min readSAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – With the new school year well underway, we are also well underway honoring our local teachers. Sam Sacks/New Hampstead K-8 teacher:“I’m shaking. I’m excited. I’m glad I had my bananas hat for softball practice today,” said New Hampstead K-8 teacher Sam Sacks. Having a Bananas hat handy is fitting because Mr. Sacks is our newest winner of “A Banana for the Teacher.”“This has been the most excited classroom that I have seen so far.
Groves teacher honored with ‘A Banana for the Teacher’ grant

Aug 16, 2024 | wsav.com | Ben Katko

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Summer break is over and school is back in session across the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. WSAV is also back with another year of awarding local educators with “A Banana for the Teacher” for their hard work in the classroom. “I just want to say thank you so much. I really appreciate it,” said Charmaine Wells, an environmental science teacher at the new Groves High School. She’s a first-year teacher and is this year’s first “A Banana for the Teacher” winner. “It feels good.

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