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2024 Salute to Service

2024 Salute to Service Celebration

Plano ISD’s annual Salute to Service Awards and Retirement Celebration has been a long-standing, treasured tradition because it honors the dedicated, heartfelt work of employees. The event is to recognize retiring employees, Superintendent 100 Award nominees/winners and service pin recipients. This year’s event, held on April 11, 2024 at the Plano Event Center, marks the 59th year of the celebration. 

Superintendent 100 Awards

Sponsored by InTouch Credit Union, the newly re-designed Superintendent 100 is intended to honor up to one hundred, support staff members who go beyond the call of duty as they perform their job responsibilities. Support staff includes auxiliary and paraprofessional team members who either have frequent or daily contact with students or who do not have student interaction. Nominees will be recognized at the event by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Theresa Williams announcing this year's winners. Congratulations to this year’s Superintendent 100 Winners.

2024 Superintendent 100 Winners

Willie Richardson, Kitchen Equipment Second Shift, Food & Nutritional Services

This Superintendent Service Award Winner constantly puts the needs of others first. No matter how difficult the task, this winner’s priority is making the lives of students and staff better. 

He has unmatched integrity, will always do what’s right, and makes sure that his teammates are doing the same. Those that work with him know that if he asks for help, then he has already exhausted all resources available; everyone is happy to help him knowing that he will return the favor tenfold when the opportunity arises. 

He makes all of us proud of what we do and proud to know him. He has unmatched character, work ethic and dedication.

Yvette Jerlow, Hendrick Middle School Clerk Counselor

This winner always has a smile, a kind word and a sincere regard for people. 

This employee has a vibrant personality that spills over into how she works and interacts with everyone she encounters. She takes on challenges without hesitation and works to find a feasible solution that is best for all involved. She takes initiative and gets things done with excellence and grace. 

This Superintendent Service Award Winner is a dynamic individual who has positively impacted her school’s climate by her genuine regard for the students and staff.

Melissa Addison, Solomon Adult Transition Center, Office Manager

This Superintendent Service Award Winner plays a crucial role on campus and demonstrates a compassionate nature and strong commitment to the well being of staff and visitors. She genuinely cares. 

She goes the extra mile and tirelessly addresses issues or concerns by approaching them in a compassionate manner, even if it means putting in extra hours to find resolutions. She exhibits a strong passion for her role by optimizing processes and enhancing systems to promote a happier and more productive campus.   Her positive influence and inspiration extend to both staff and students. She is an invaluable asset.

Shahnaz Akhter, Wells Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

This Superintendent Service Award Winner is a campus “most valuable player” who supports all students and makes every child feel loved and supported. She is a role model who goes above and beyond to support students and staff with a smile! She is the definition of caring, is selfless and will offer to take things off of teachers’ plates. 

She helps students feel proud of themselves when they complete assignments. This winner doesn’t shy away from a challenge and takes initiative to learn about topics to better support students. She remains patient and calm in the toughest situations. Everyone can rely on her bright smile and positive attitude to make their day better.

Superintendent's Service Awards Nominees

Nominees

Retiring Employees

Congratulations to the following retiring or recently retired employees with at least 15 years of Plano ISD experience or 15 years of experience in public education and special thanks for their dedicated service to students and colleagues.

2024 Retirees

40+ Years of Service in Education

30+ Years of Service in Education

20+ Years of Service in Education

15+ Years of Service in Education

Service Pin Recipients

Employees with 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 or 45 years of service in Plano ISD.

2024 Service Pin Recipients

10 Years of Service in Plano ISD

15 Years of Service in Plano ISD

20 Years of Service in Plano ISD

25 Years of Service in Plano ISD

30 Years of Service in Plano ISD

35 Years of Service in Plano ISD

40 Years of Service in Plano ISD

Salute to Service Events

Doneva Tucker Academic Services Admin Asst Chief Learning Officer
Academic Services, Admin Asst Chief Learning Officer
Gary DeSousa Plano West Safety and Security Campus Safety Monitor
Plano West, Safety and Security Campus Safety Monitor

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