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Cypress School District names Jenny Lee teacher of the year; classified employee awards presented
Summary
The Cypress School District recognized multiple school‑based Teachers and Classified Employees of the Year on March 13, 2025. Jenny Lee was named district Teacher of the Year and Stacy Burke was honored as Classified Employee of the Year; the board held a photo presentation and plaque/gift ceremony.
The Cypress School District honored its 2024–25 Teachers and Classified Employees of the Year at the March 13 board meeting, culminating in kindergarten teacher Jenny Lee being named district Teacher of the Year and Stacy Burke receiving the Classified Employee of the Year award.
District and Association representatives called teachers and classified staff to the dais for plaques, monetary gifts and photographs. Tracy Warren Lawrence introduced honorees from Arnold, King’s, Glendale, Luther, Morris and Vessels schools and praised honorees’ longtime service and classroom contributions. Presentations included remarks noting classroom innovation, mentorship and leadership in programs such as PBIS and STEM.
Superintendent Anne Silov and Board President Troy Tanaka joined Association representatives in presenting plaques and gifts; the district also acknowledged a monetary donation from the Rotary Club. The recognitions emphasized long service and community engagement: presenters highlighted teachers who had taught for decades and classified staff who support daily operations. The board recessed briefly afterward for family photo opportunities and reconvened later to continue regular business.
The ceremony did not include any formal board action beyond recognition and presentation of awards. The district said it would provide links and additional photos in the Friday report.
