Support staff honored with Recognizing Distinction

At the February Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Kate Hyland and Board President Phil Pritzker, on behalf of the Board of Education, publicly acknowledged the hard work and efforts of educational support personnel through Recognizing Distinction. The individuals honored this year were:

T.J. Jandura, Head Custodian
London Middle School

Kevin Markiewicz, Head Custodian
Frost Elementary School

Scott Ouimette, Head Custodian
Kilmer Elementary School

Sue Werneske, Information Systems Specialist
Gill Administration Center

Educational support personnel were recognized for demonstrating and advancing District 21 values and the characteristics of a Professional Learning Community. These characteristics include:

• Embracing the School District 21 Collective Commitments for Support Staff
• Creating a helpful and positive environment
• Responding appropriately to all stakeholders
• Being open-minded
• Developing positive relationships and communicating effectively
• Modeling pride and support of the school and district
• Embracing the notion of continual improvement
• Working collaboratively with others
• Modeling lifelong learning