Flanagan, Catherine “Kay”

(Posthumous Award)
A U.S. Navy Veteran who saw service in World War II and in the Korean War, Kay Flanagan’s dedication to country carried over into her career as a teacher and coach. She taught Physical Education in Farmington and Woodbury, and coached soccer, field hockey, basketball and softball.

At the University of Bridgeport’s Arnold College, Flanagan held the positions of Instructor of Health and Physical Education and Assistant Dean of Women. She organized and played on basketball and softball teams which won championships throughout New England.