2017 Honorees

Outstanding Teachers Teachers that inspire, challenge and support students

• Kindergarten – 3rd Grade: Tina McGlashan, Westlake Elementary School; and Merry Iggulden, Bayview Elementary School
• 4-5th grade: Daniel Bickman, Gault Elementary School
• 6-8th Grade: Laura Lorber, Mission Hill Middle School, Branciforte Middle School and Santa Cruz High School
• 9-12 Grade: Casey Carlson, Soquel High School

Roseann Coonerty Layne Inspiring Teacher Award

Honors a 7-12 English, History, Social Studies or Civics/Government teacher who ignites a passion for learning.

• Nancy MIgdall, English teacher, Santa Cruz High School

Unsung Heroes

Unrecognized hard working staff and parents that make a difference every day

• Classified: Adrianna Barrientos, Translator/Interpreter, District Office
• Community Members: Measure A and B Committee

Green Award

Honors those who educate about and emulate our green policies

• Natasha Flechsig, Branciforte Middle School

Wellness Award

Recognizes those who promote wellness in mind, spirit and body

• Branciforte Small Schools and Principal Steven Hambright/Badri Dass

Innovation Award

Recognizes innovation in service of our students

• Jody Lust, writing teacher, Gault Elementary Schools

Community Supporters of the Year

Acknowledges the tremendous gift of community support for our schools

• SENDEROS

School of the Year

Recognizes the outstanding results of a collaborative community in service of students

• Soquel High School and Principal Gail Atlanski

Special Foundation Awards

Recognizes exemplary teachers, volunteers and programs

• Matt Schutz, Chemistry teacher, Harbor High School
• Mark Mathew, Volunteer, Santa Cruz County Office of Education
• Dos Alas, Dual Immersion Program, DeLaveaga Elementary School

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