Puyallup School District
PSD Award of Excellence 2025 Recipients
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Puyallup School District proudly announces the 2025 Celebrating Excellence Award recipients!
The Celebrating Excellence awards program, now in its third year, continues to honor and recognize staff, volunteers, and community partners for their outstanding work and unwavering commitment to excellence in supporting the success of students and schools within the Puyallup School District. This annual program serves as a testament to the remarkable dedication and contributions of those who go above and beyond in fostering a thriving educational community.
Administrator of the Year
Kevin Hampton - Dessie F. Evans Elementary
Elementary Educator of the Year
Kayla Stokes - Firgrove Elementary
Secondary Educator of the Year
Stephen Pickard - Rogers High
CTE Educator of the Year
Katie Akeson - Puyallup High
Educational Specialist of the Year
Carrie Brueher - Fruitland Elementary
Paraeducator of the Year
Denise Spears - Rogers High
Support Staff of the Year
Milagros Alarcon Casafranca - Puyallup School District
Office Staff of the Year
Kellie McRill - Emerald Ridge High
Health, Wellness, and Safety Staff of the Year
Leah Absher - Puyallup School District
Community Partner of the Year
Kay Tremper - Communities In Schools of Puyallup
Volunteer of the Year
Mitch Nguyen - Ferrucci Junior High
Substitute of the Year
Patti McCoy
How Were the Recipients Selected?
The award recipients were selected from over 400 nominations submitted by staff, students, families, and community members.
The selection committee, comprised of staff and student representatives, judged the nominations using a rubric that measured their achievements, collaboration, and contributions to programs, activities, and an inclusive culture.
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