
This award recognizes educators for their integrity, positive community presence, and dedication to enriching the future of Hockinson students
The administrative leadership team at Hockinson School District was honored with the 2024 Student Achievement Leadership Award at ESD 112’s Regional WASA Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 17. This award recognizes educators for their integrity, positive community presence, and dedication to enriching the future of Hockinson students.
The award highlights the team’s commitment to creating an environment of hope and initiative, both inside and outside their schools. Their efforts set a positive tone for student success throughout the district. “The district and building leadership team is such a strong and united front. Their commitment and dedication to this challenging work is contagious and inspiring,” said Gahyla Auel of ESD 112.
Award winners include Superintendent Steve Marshall, Director of Special Education Keila Dean, Teaching & Learning Coordinator Jennifer Sawyer, Director of Curriculum & Instruction Joshua Robertson, HHS Principal Tim Fox, HHS Associate Principal Kathy Pacheco, HMS Principal Bess Colpron, HMS Dean of Students and Athletic Director Sid Slom, HHES Principal Meredith Gannon, and HHES Associate Principal Michael Olson.
“I’m so proud to work with this team and continually inspired by what they achieve with teachers and students. Everyone brings a different skill set to the group, but we’re all collaborative, energetic, and focused…we’re all focused on student learning and making sure that each and every Hockinson student feels like they belong at school and has a positive school environment and a network of adults that supports their success, ” said Steve Marshall, superintendent of Hockinson School District.
The award reflects the team’s commitment to improvement and innovation in education. Their leadership plays a crucial role in fostering a supportive academic environment for all students in Hockinson. Learn more about Hockinson School District at https://www.hocksd.org/.
Information provided by the Hockinson School District.
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