Making a Difference – September 2023


The first group of Making a Difference nominees has been recognized for the 2023-24 school year. If you haven’t heard, this program is our District’s way of celebrating staff and students living our values and changing lives in big and small ways. HR and Superintendent Dr. Brack Buck head out monthly to recognize and surprise the nominees in their buildings. This month’s nominees include:

  • Saritha Shenoy — Brookview Elementary
  • Michelle Ryan — Brookview Elementary
  • Andrew Bennett — District Office
  • Jessica Wright — District Office
  • Sue Smith — Eason Elementary
  • Shelley Wagaman — Maple Grove Elementary
  • Adam Werley — Northwest High School
  • Brea Burrack — Radiant Elementary
  • Christy Taylor — Shuler Elementary
  • Keri Lindstrom — Shuler Elementary
  • Al Latta — South Middle School
  • Heidi Baker — Trailridge School
  • Lisa Johnson — Trailridge School
  • Arlicia Shaw — Walnut Hills & Shuler Elementary
  • Jessica Bergman — Waukee Elementary

Any staff member who wants to nominate a colleague or student may do so on the District intranet. To find the form, scroll down on the homepage until you see the Making a Difference green banner.