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Closing Out a Year of Excellence!
In a joyous culmination of the 2023-2024 school year, administrators from schools, programs, and district offices recently gathered for an end-of-year celebration, filled with stories of success and reflection.
The day's festivities began with a heartfelt thank you from Superintendent Dr. Shelton, acknowledging the tireless efforts of the district's leadership teams. The sentiment was echoed throughout the day as administrators shared stories of success, highlighting the innovative initiatives, programs, and achievements that have LEVELED UP the district to new heights.
The event also featured a tribute to this year’s administrators who are retiring and a special awards ceremony to recognize the outstanding contributions of our district leaders, as nominated by their peers. Congratulations to the following award winners:
- Ascending Greatness Award: Ed Avinger, Andrea-Collins White, Bobby Graham, Krystal Greenfield, Tom Kalinowski, Tina Pinkett, Michelle Shelton, Courtney Voshell
- Next Level Award: Erin Cassel, Paul Dunford, Bobby Graham, Kris MacBury, Dan Shelton, Mariellen Taraboletti
- Level the Playing Field Award: Dionne Avant, Colleen Brown, Paul Dunford, Christine Getugi, Deirdra Joyner, Rebecca Ryan
- GivHero Award: Pauline Hurst, Norm Kennedy, Kris MacBury, Gina Moody
- District Dynamo Support Award: Jill Casey, Mario Cromartie & CSD Transportation, Chris Foraker, Joe Gardner and the Safety Team, Eunique Lawrence, Teaching & Learning Team
- Sky’s the Limit Partnership Award: Transportation, Safety & Security, Special Services
For the grand finale, Glasgow High School Principal Butch Ingram delivered a motivational speech that left a lasting impression on the attendees. As the staff departed the professional development event, they felt appreciated, refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to tackle the challenges of the new academic year.
Click here to view photos from the event.
Here's to an outstanding year, and to many more to come!