Spotlight on Staff

Recognizing outstanding staff members throughout the Green Local School District.

Celebrating Our Educators

The Green Schools Foundation proudly sponsors the Spotlight on Staff program, recognizing outstanding staff members throughout the district at monthly Board of Education meetings. Staff members are selected through nominations from district personnel, parents, students, and community members.

This program highlights the dedication, hard work, and positive impact that our educators and staff have on the students and community of Green Local Schools every day.

How It Works

Nomination Process

  • Nominations accepted from district personnel
  • Parents can nominate staff members
  • Students can recognize their teachers
  • Community members welcome to participate

Recognition

  • Honored at monthly Board of Education meetings
  • Public acknowledgment of contributions
  • Sponsored by Green Schools Foundation

2025-2026 Spotlight on Staff Recipients

We are proud to recognize the following staff members who have been honored this school year for their exceptional dedication to our students and schools.

September 2025

The Green Schools Foundation presented the first Spotlight on Staff of the 2025-2026 school year to Sam York (Green Elementary School), Stacy Messner (Assistant Athletic Director), and Deputy Josh Gruelle (SRO at Green High School). GSF President Mark Herdlick expressed the Foundation's thanks and appreciation for going above and beyond for our students and families.

  • Sam York - Green Elementary School
  • Stacy Messner - Assistant Athletic Director
  • Deputy Josh Gruelle - SRO, Green High School
September 2025 Spotlight on Staff: Sam York, Stacy Messner, and Deputy Josh Gruelle

October 2025

The Green Schools Foundation presented the October Spotlight on Staff to Ann Murphy (GMS), Karen White (Transportation/District), and Sue Guy (GES Food Service). GSF President Mark Herdlick expressed the Foundation's thanks and appreciation for going above and beyond for our students and families.

  • Ann Murphy - Green Middle School
  • Karen White - Transportation/District
  • Sue Guy - GES Food Service
October 2025 Spotlight on Staff: Ann Murphy and Karen White October 2025 Spotlight on Staff: Sue Guy

November 2025

The Green Schools Foundation presented the November Spotlight on Staff to Lindsay Dumont (GMS Secretary), Michelle Valentine (GES Paraprofessional), and Heather Brandenburg (GES Paraprofessional). GSF President Mark Herdlick expressed the Foundation's thanks and appreciation for going above and beyond for our students and families.

  • Lindsay Dumont - GMS Secretary
  • Michelle Valentine - GES Paraprofessional
  • Heather Brandenburg - GES Paraprofessional
November 2025 Spotlight on Staff: Lindsay Dumont, Michelle Valentine, and Heather Brandenburg

January 2026

The Green Schools Foundation presented the January Spotlight on Staff to Mrs. Megan Allen-Floyd (Paraprofessional at Green Elementary School) and Mr. Ed Cybak (Teacher at Green High School). GSF President Mark Herdlick expressed the Foundation's thanks and appreciation for going above and beyond for our students and families.

  • Mrs. Megan Allen-Floyd - Paraprofessional, Green Elementary School
  • Mr. Ed Cybak - Teacher, Green High School
January 2026 Spotlight on Staff: Mrs. Megan Allen-Floyd and Mr. Ed Cybak

2024-2025 Spotlight on Staff Recipients

Staff members honored during the 2024-2025 school year for their exceptional dedication to our students and schools.

September 2024 Spotlight on Staff recipient recognized at Board of Education meeting

September 2024 Spotlight on Staff recipient honored at the Board of Education meeting.

2024

September

  • Lisa Schaffer
  • Bernie Carlson
  • Megan Bianchi

October

  • Tiffany Hurst
  • Mallory Martin
  • Tammy DeDominicis

November

  • Brenda Robinson
  • Alexandra Lupo
  • Roger Morgan

2025

January

  • Christene LaDouceur
  • Talia Pavlich
  • Joanna Siebert

February

  • Susan Salem
  • Ryan Flinn
  • Dakota Sciury

March

  • Brock Bronson
  • Melissa Crossman
  • Gregory Hofmeister

April

  • Derek Angeloni
  • Margie Seibert
  • Scott Aten

May

  • Bonnie Parsons
  • Mack Smith
  • Sean Mostov

Why Recognition Matters

Appreciation

Shows our educators they are valued

Community

Strengthens school-community bonds

Excellence

Celebrates dedication to students

Nominate a Staff Member

Do you know a teacher, administrator, or staff member who goes above and beyond for students? We encourage you to nominate them for the Spotlight on Staff program. Your nomination helps us recognize the incredible people who make Green Local Schools a great place to learn.

What to Include in Your Nomination:

  • 1 The staff member's name and position
  • 2 Your relationship to them (parent, student, colleague, etc.)
  • 3 Specific examples of how they've made a positive impact
  • 4 Why you believe they deserve recognition

Submit a Nomination

Help us celebrate the outstanding staff members who make a difference in our schools every day.

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