2019 Honorees

Outstanding teachers that inspire, challenge and support students

• K-3rd Grade: Kim Hecko, DeLaveaga Elementary School
• K-5th Grade: Melissa Scarpace, Special Education, Bay View Elementary School
• 4-5th Grade: Julie Egdahl, Westlake Elementary School
• 6-8th Grade: Charity Mirramonte, Mission Hill Middle School
• 9-12th Grade: Amine Bouchti, Santa Cruz 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.

• David Kline, English & Mock Trial teacher, Soquel High School

Unsung Heroes

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

• Classified: Ebby Dellamora, Principal's Secretary, Gault Elementary
  
• Community Member: Klorissa Wofford, Parent, Mission Hill Middle School

Wellness Award

Recognizes those who promote wellness in mind, spirit and body

• Gerri Ashton, Paraeducator, Branciforte Small Schools Campus
  

Innovation Award

Recognizes innovation in service of our students

• Kathleen Crocetti, Art Teacher, Mission Hill Middle School
  
• Renee Figura, Computer Science for All committee, Westlake Elementary School
• David Norman, Computer Science for All committee, Branciforte Middle School

Special Foundation Awards

Recognizes exemplary teachers, volunteers and programs

• Mary Anne Robb, Director of Curriculum, Intervention, and Assessment -- Elementary, District Office
  
• Nancy Lenz, Retired Administrative Secretary to the Superintendent, District Office