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USD 261 honors teachers and staff; student council member nominated and headed to West Point

USD 261 Board of Education · April 21, 2026

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Summary

The board recognized multiple staff with monthly 'USD 261 Wonderful' awards and surprised student council member Jackson with a nomination; Jackson announced his acceptance to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and a planned ship date for basic training.

The USD 261 board took time during the April meeting to recognize staff and students.

Administrators called up multiple recipients for the district’s monthly recognition program. Nominations included Jessica Terry (nominated by Lindsey Barnett), Michelle Forsberg (nominated by Chris Jensen), Kathy Michael (nominated by Miranda Stika), and Ally (Ali) Tomlinson (nominated by her principal Shane Paulus and teacher Bethany Sampson). Presenters praised nominees for classroom engagement, instructional skill and consistent support for students.

Later in the meeting the board surprised student council representative Jackson with a "USD 261 Wonderful" nomination and praised his regular attendance and reports to the board. Jackson announced he had been accepted to the United States Military Academy at West Point and said, if plans proceed, his ship date for basic training would be June 28.

Board members and administrators congratulated recipients and thanked volunteers and principals who supported nominations. The recognitions were presented as part of superintendent announcements and a community‑facing portion of the meeting.