The banners were opened to reveal Sam Myers as Support Staff Employee of the Year and Shaniece Wise as the Teacher of the Year.
Employee award winners announced
Congratulations to 2022 Teacher of the Year Shaniece Wise and Support Staff Employee of the Year Sam Myers! The announcements were made during a reception on April 12.
As winners, Wise and Myers each receive a $500 cash award sponsored by JE Dunn, a desk award, and banners for their school. Their photos will be displayed at the Administrative Services Center. In addition, Wise will receive a Teacher of the Year ring from Balfour and will be the District's nominee for Missouri Teacher of the Year.
Shaniece Wise teaches fifth grade at Timber Creek Elementary School. She has been in that position for three years. She also taught third grade for two years at Timber Creek.
She was nominated by several students.
Her Principal, Dr. Lauren Gechter, wrote: "Mrs. Wise is amazing at addressing the whole child, something critically important for our students. While she does not have the most experience and will openly tell you that she is working hard to improve herself personally and professionally, what she does have is heart.” Read more
Sam Myers wins Support Staff award
Sam Myers is a paraprofessional at Eagle Glen Elementary School. He has been in this position since 2018.
After a career of more than 20 years in Information Technology, Sam retired in May 2016. He led and served on multiple mission trips and volunteered with several non-profit organizations before becoming a para.
He was nominated by Teacher Jennifer Vacca and Student Baylee Williams. Read more
Summer School 2022
registration opens April 14
Online registration will open Thursday, April 14, for Summer School. An email will go to all parents on Thursday with a link for Summer School registration.
Sessions are available for students entering grades K-12. Students will enroll for the grade level they will enter for the 2022-2023 school year. During June, students may choose from in-person or virtual classes. During July virtual classes will be offered. Read more
