Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Recognitions topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Students and staff honored as 'Keepers of the Light' at Bremen CHSD 228 board meeting
Summary
The board recognized students and staff across district schools with 'Keepers of the Light' awards, highlighting student leadership, extracurricular involvement and staff service; nominees included Maya Contreras, Anthony Harrison, Kelsey Neland and Susan Smolinski.
During the May 21 meeting the Bremen CHSD 228 board and district presenters recognized a series of student and staff nominees for the district’s "Keepers of the Light" awards.
Student honorees: Presenters described nominees' activities and leadership roles. Maya Contreras was highlighted for participation in marching band, jazz ensemble, theater, speech, student council, GSA and for helping start the district's first mariachi band. Anthony Harrison was introduced as the Hawks nominee; presenters praised his positive energy and extracurricular involvement. Other student nominees mentioned included Lizette Carrizo and Mia Earle, with presenters noting leadership in choir, clubs and athletics.
Staff honorees: The district recognized staff nominees such as Susan Smolinski, executive secretary for personnel and student services, who was praised for helping new hires with payroll, benefits and onboarding and for her long service to the district. Presenters commended classroom and support staff (examples: Kelsey Neland, Jill McMahon) for student impact and leadership.
The recognitions were presented without formal board action; presenters read nominations and shared examples of nominees' contributions to students and the school community.
