Shawnee Public Schools is proud to announce the nominees of the 2024-25 District Support Staff of the Year award. These outstanding individuals have been recognized for their dedication and contributions to the success of our district. Each of the category winners will be in the running for the District Support Staff Member of the Year, which will be announced during the Teacher of the Year Banquet on February 18, 2025.
The winners in each category are:
Para-Professional of the Year: Kristy Kellogg
Maintenance Employee of the Year: Adam Aloway
Transportation Employee of the Year: Tom Wondrock
Administrative Assistant of the Year: Letty Martinez
Custodial Employee of the Year: Sean Compton
Child Nutrition Employee of the Year: Cathleen Garnand
“Our support staff plays a vital role in providing hope to our students every single day,” said Dr. Teresa Wilkerson, Assistant Superintendent, of Shawnee Public Schools. “They ensure that students have the support, environment, and resources they need to succeed, whether it's through their work in the classroom, behind the scenes, or in the lunchroom. We are incredibly proud of these individuals for their dedication, and we look forward to celebrating them at the Teacher of the Year Banquet in February.”
These individuals have shown exceptional commitment to the success of our students, staff, and district, going above and beyond in their roles. They represent the best of Shawnee Public Schools' support staff, and we are grateful for their hard work and dedication.