On Wednesday, January 19 2022, CUSD 50 Board of Education and Dr. Corey Tafoya recognized exceptional individuals within our district.
For the first quarter, Dr. Tafoya received 46 nominations towards the 6 BHAG goals. Below are the staff that received the most nominations for working toward our district's goals.
STAFF RECOGNITION
Quarter 1 Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAG) Recognition – First BHAG recognition; 46 nominations
Jennifer Johnson – Professional Learning Communities
First Grade Dual Language, Crosby
Volunteered for Literacy Leadership Committee; creates a welcoming and engaging experience
Always prepared; prompts colleagues with in-depth questions and listens actively
Alexa Cunningham – AVID
AVID/Social Studies, HJHS
Fantastic AVID demonstrations at staff meetings; makes AVID understandable for everyone
Always helping teachers learn/integrate AVID strategies into daily lessons
Armando Valdes – Seal of Biliteracy
Spanish Teacher/Division Chair, HHS
Known as the Language Ambassador; countless hours helping students with Seal of Biliteracy
Positive, hard work ethic, kind; models the care and pride it takes to achieve biliteracy/bilingualism
Jeff Fisher – Graduation Rate
Math Teacher, HHS
No doubt he wants students to grow and succeed; reaching out about grades; help after school
Cares deeply about his students’ progress, not only in math, but in life
Lea Swenson – Deliriously Happy People
Secretary, Harvard High School
Always gives 110% with a smile on her face; a positive mindset – even in the difficult situations
Runs the behind-the-scenes at HHS; stepped up to be Substitute Coordinator
Julie Soutar – 21st Century Learning Spaces
Building and Grounds Secretary, Central Office
Has kept D50 buildings running smoothly for years; essential to entire maintenance/operations crew
Supportive and hard-working; always willing to lend a hand; radiates positivity to all colleagues
Thank you for all you do! #HarvardRising
