2025 Convocation Recognition

At this year’s annual convocation, the district proudly recognized a remarkable group of employees for their years of dedication, commitment, and service to students, families, and the community. These honorees represent the heart of our district — individuals who consistently go above and beyond to make a difference every day.

10 Years of Service

Rachel Surls – Administrative Service Center
Janet Bader – Creekmoor Elementary
Jill Fields – Creekmoor Elementary
Robyn Green – Creekmoor Elementary
Suzanne Otta – Creekmoor Elementary
Lauren Piland – Creekmoor Elementary
Rachele Williams – District Wide
Angela Noah-Owens – Eagle Glen Elementary
Hannah Brady – East Middle School
Deborah Crouse – East Middle School
Richard Lally – East Middle School
Amy Cahill – Ray-Pec High School
Emily Craig – Ray-Pec High School
Anne Mussatti – Ray-Pec High School
Lindsay Carmichael – Ninth Grade Center
Whitney Mikkelsen – Ninth Grade Center
Michelle Pummer – Ninth Grade Center
Monica Crabtree – Peculiar Elementary
Kyla McBee – Peculiar Elementary
Tara Campbell – Raymore Elementary
Jeffrey Rives – South Middle School
James Tierney – South Middle School
Charity Bennett – Timber Creek Elementary
Barbara Rewald – Timber Creek Elementary
Chadwick Clarke – Warehouse
Ricky Robson – Warehouse

20 Years of Service

Amy Beck – Creekmoor Elementary
Edward Hruska – Eagle Glen Elementary
Wendell Pritchett – East Middle School
Kelly Cease – Ray-Pec High School
Mark Cook – Ray-Pec High School
Stephanie Dieker-Blanchard – Ray-Pec High School
Alan Shields – Ray-Pec High School
Jennifer Johnson – LEAD Center
David Stark – Ninth Grade Center
Brooke Urbina – Ninth Grade Center
Stacey Barbarick – Shull Early Learning Center
Meredith Lasala – Stonegate Elementary

Starting 30 Years of Service

Nikki Brewer – East Middle School
Gretchen Friedrich – Creekmoor Elementary
William Koder – Eagle Glen Elementary
Tammy Novak – Ray-Pec Academy
Catherine Pittman – South Middle School
Faye Tait – Shull/Academy

These milestones are a testament to the dedication and passion our staff bring to their work each day. Their collective years of service reflect countless lessons taught, relationships built, and lives positively impacted.

The district extends heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to all honorees for their continued commitment to excellence and to the success of every student.