Employee Awards

In 1989 a committee was formed to establish criteria and to develop a process for annually recognizing District employees for outstanding performance. These awards are traditionally presented at the Opening Day Workshop for a new school year.

The Selection process:

(1) District employees submit nominations of colleagues to receive these awards. There is no limit on the number of nominations that an individual may submit.
(2) All nominations will be reviewed by a selection committee. The selection committee is comprised of last year's recipients and four members of the administrative team.

Award Categories:

Outstanding District Employee: This award is presented to one employee who has consistently demonstrated excellence in job performance and who is constantly working for the betterment of the school district. All district employees except teachers are eligible for this award. (Examples: educational technicians, bus drivers, custodians, cooks, study hall monitor, secretaries, and any other district employees who are ineligible for the teacher awards.)

Outstanding Classroom Teacher: This award is presented to one K-5 and one 6-12 classroom teacher who has consistently demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction. Itinerant and special services teachers are eligible for these awards and should be listed under either the elementary or secondary classification.

MSAD #56 Service Award: This award will be presented to an individual who is constantly working for the betterment of the school district. The individual who receives this award should demonstrate service to the district outside of their regular job description. All District employees are eligible for this award.

On August 29, 2007 the 2006-07 Employee Awards were presented to:

Kathleen Davis, K-5 Outstanding Classroom Teacher
Kathleen has been a teacher in the district since 1998 as a special education teacher. Kathleen's quiet and laid back presentation belies the dynamic energetic individual that she really is. She excels in all areas of instruction and has strong behavior management skills. She is a wonderful support for colleagues. She creates fun projects for her students but also provides a consistent routine and nurturing environment where all students feel safe and capable.

Calvin Cooper, 6-12 Outstanding Classroom Teacher
Calvin has worked in the district since 2002 as a special education teacher. He is an excellent teacher who works long hours and spends time reflecting on how to better reach each of his students. He has strong organizational skills, and can teach these to students. He spends time getting to know each student, listens to them, respects their feelings and opinions but still holds them accountable for their learning and behavior. He works successfully to establish open and positive communication with parents. He is a leader in his building and works hard at supporting both students and staff.

Bob Bradford, MSAD #56 Service Award
Bob has worked for the district since 2004 as the Technology Coordinator. His work ethic is exemplary as he works from early morning well into the evening on most days. The quality and quantity of the work accomplished is astounding. He works well with everyone, from staff to students to administrators to the community. He is always cheerful, patient, and accomodating, and highly knowledgeable. While not a teacher, he always explains what he is doing so that even the densest of us can understand. He has moved the district into the 21st century in technology, and continues to provide leadership and vision for us to continue to move forward.

Patsy Richards, Outstanding District Employee
Patsy has worked in the district since January 2006 as a Custodian. She does an outstanding job completing her work responsiblities day in and day out. She is a role model for both staff and students. She is always positive and cheerful, and goes out of her way to inquire about people and wish them well. She is always willing to help when asked. She also provides home baked treats, and seasonal decorations for the teachers' room and every classroom door in the building. Patsy is always working for the betterment of the school environment.

The 2005-06 Employee Awards were presented to:

Christina Ellis, K-5 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Martha Stamp, 6-12 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Roxanna Morse, MSAD #56 Service Award

Darlene Carr, Outstanding District Employee


The 2004-05 Employee Awards were presented to:

Lisa Lucas-Manning, K-5 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Ray Wirth, 6-12 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Ellen Sullivan, MSAD #56 Service Award

Margo Flanary, Outstanding District Employee

The 2003-04 Employee Awards were presented to:

Christie Wood, K-5 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Kristin Tripp, 6-12 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Bill Wiley, MSAD #56 Service Award

Paul Bradshaw, Outstanding District Employee

The 2002-03 Employee Awards were presented to:

Brenda Holweger, K-5 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Darci Bradstreet, 6-12 Outstanding Classroom Teacher

Gail Anthonis, MSAD #56 Service Award

George Spencer, Outstanding District Employee

(This page was last updated on October 26, 2007 .)