Meet Our 2026 District Support Employees of the Year!
Congratulations to our 2026 District Support Employees of the Year!
Meet the District Support Employees of the Year
Rachelle Edwards
Marigny Elementary - Cafeteria Manager
Elementary Division
Rachelle understands the important role that proper daily nourishment and sustenance plays in a child’s education, and for that she pours her heart into it every day. Rachelle is passionate about building relationships with her students and has established herself as a vital member of both the Marigny Elementary and community’s family.
Learn more about Rachelle Edwards by watching her spotlight video here!
Richard "Aaron" Spring
Creekside Junior High - Head Custodian
Middle/Junior High Division
Aaron’s overflowing positivity helps to keep students and staff motivated and feeling valued. He goes above and beyond to help students both inside and outside of school, and even started his own program called “Creekside Kicks” where he seeks out and collaborates with the public to ensure every student has a pair of shoes. Aaron’s impact is long-lasting and will continue to have a positive effect on people’s lives beyond school.
Learn more about Aaron Spring by watching her spotlight video here!
Brandon Dauphin
Salmen High - Custodian
High School Division
Brandon is a committed and hardworking employee who never fails to bring a positive attitude into the room. From making sure that the Salmen High campus stays in great shape to keeping the indoor learning environments safe and clean for students, Brandon is someone you can always count on, no matter what the task demands.
Learn more about Brandon Dauphin by watching her spotlight video here!
Janet Grillot
Bus Operator - Transportation
Site Division
Janet is more than just a bus operator - she is a friend, a guardian, and an advocate for the countless children she has dedicated herself to safely transporting. Because Janet is the first person her students see every morning she is always certain to greet them with a smile and a good morning to make sure their days start off with a positive attitude. She establishes a strong sense of community on her bus every year and believes that her students help her just as much as she helps them.
Learn more about Janet Grillot by watching her spotlight video here!
Meet the District Health Providers of the Year
Lauren Heiden
Marigny Elementary - Speech Therapist
Elementary Division
While Lauren is a speech therapist, her compassion and dedication to the livelihood of children keeps her inspired to make sure all of the needs of a child are always met. Her calm spirit and loving disposition draws students to her, and through this she finds her job to be incredibly rewarding. Lauren believes that no matter how you say it, your voice will always matter.
Learn more about Lauren Heiden by watching her spotlight video here!
Jamie Matta
Monteleone Junior High - School Nurse
Middle/Junior High Division
Jamie carries with her a passion for ensuring the health and safety of her students. She is a huge asset to her school, both upfront and behind the scenes where she provides a source of comfort, support, and strength to her school and community. Whether it's a campus emergency or a routine check-up, Jamie can always be counted on to provide professionalism and solutions. She is proud to represent her school and all of the other nurses that serve our district.
Learn more about Jamie Matta by watching her spotlight video here!
Joy Mehojevich
Pearl River High - School Nurse
High School Division
Joy is a team player and attests her success to the positive collaborative spirit at Pearl River High. She is ingrained with a desire to care for people and growing up she always knew she wanted to do something that would make a difference in people’s lives. Joy finds working in the school setting to be especially rewarding because she gets to watch her students grow and learn independence while dddddo being able to help and support others.
Learn more about Joy Mehojevich by watching her spotlight video here!
Meet the Substitute of the Year
Misty Richmond
Madisonville Junior - Substitute Teacher
Misty found herself substitute teaching after serving as the Madisonville Junior High PTA President and has since been described as incredible, optimistic, and the most reliable person you will ever meet. She prioritizes making students feel valued by staying interactive and maintaining positive relationships.
Learn more about Misty Richmond by watching her spotlight video here!