As part of his commitment to highlighting staff and student excellence, Superintendent Anthony Soto continues to make surprise presentations to staff members and students as part of his Excellence Awards campaign. The recognition program is on-going, with awards presented several times each month. Each recipient receives a personalized plaque and $25 gift card.
The most recent recipients include:
Natalie Colon - Grade 11, Holyoke High School Dean Campus
Stephy Cho - Grade 3 math teacher, Donahue School
Ellen Dabjwa - Grade 5, Peck School
Additional recipients will be honored each month.
Please use this form to nominate an HPS educator who you believe excels at reflecting the HPS mission, core beliefs, and equity commitments and who works diligently to ensure our students are prepared for success in school and beyond. Who is eligible for nomination? Any district employee—including teachers, paraprofessionals, custodians, counselors, nurses, office staff, or any other staff member!—who contributes to the success of our school community.
Please use this form to nominate an HPS student who you believe deserves recognition for exhibiting the most important attributes and skills a student develops throughout their educational journey in HPS, from PreK through high school, as noted in the district’s Learner Profile.