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A red carpet stretches towards a bright, illuminated stage.

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LCS 2026 Night of Celebration

Dedicated to Excellence in Education

We’re glad you’re here.

Welcome to Leon County School’s Night of Celebration, where tradition and excellence set us apart.

Serving as the Capital city of Tallahassee, Florida, we stand among the region’s premier K–12 districts, leading the way in academics, championship athletics, and award-winning arts programs. Our schools are built on a foundation of inclusion, diversity, and unwavering support, ensuring every student is empowered to discover their passions and maximize their potential. With exceptional educators, innovative opportunities, and a commitment to preparing students for success in college and careers, Leon County Schools doesn’t just meet the standard — we define it. Tonight we are going to celebrater those that work hard every day to make that a reality.

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And the 2026 Winners are.....

2025-2026 Winners
Teacher Of The Year

Kenneth Horne - Montford Middle School
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Glenn-Howell Distinguished Educator Of The Year

Shanon Kiser - Springwood Elementary School
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School Related Employee Of The Year

Tyler Fulton - Roberts Elementary School
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Program
Sponsors
Committees
Archives

Finalists

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Jonathan Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Sarah Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Sarah Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Jonathan Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Sarah Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

	Sherell Ash - Finalist Kate Sullivan Elementary School

	Hillary Famularo - Finalist William J Montford, III Middle School

	Sarah Sheperd - Finalist Lincoln High School

	Lindsey Wohlrab - Finalist Deerlake Middle School

★ Honorees Spotlight ★

Our Honorees Spotlight recognizes each of our schools’ and departments' employees selected for this year's awards. This includes our outgoing retirees, amazing volunteers, and the school's business partners. These employees were selected by their peers for their excellence and leadership in their roles, our volunteers for their service to our students and involvement in our local schools, and the businesses for their support of our schools within their communities.

Adult and Community Education

★ Regina Browning, Principal

Ervin Alday, RETIREE
Karen Atkinson, RETIREE
Catherine Baham, GH
Verdell Hall, RETIREE
Elizabeth Heffington, Senior Volunteer
Brenda Lee, RETIREE
Vanessa Rua, Adult Volunteer
Josephine Sloan, SREY/RETIREE

Apalachee School of the Arts

★ Tiffany Williams, Principal

Nicole Green, TOY
Anthony Jones, Senior Volunteer
Samantha Love, GH
Christopher Seabrooks, SREY
Curtis Watson, RETIREE
Faith Baptist Church, PFE

Astoria Park Elementary School

★ Cassandra Poole, Principal

Jasmyne Holmes, GH
LaTasha Jones, TOY
Deborah Madden, RETIREE
Katrinka Norwood, RETIREE
KeTurah Poole, SREY
Geraldine Williams, RETIREE

Augusta Raa Middle School

★ Marcus Scott, Principal

Shawn Ackerman, GH
Patricia Biehler, RETIREE
Shigella McGriff, SREY –FINALIST
Alma Parker, TOY
Cynthia Prescott, RETIREE
Jennifer Williams, RETIREE

Bond Elementary School

★ Delshauna Jackson, Principal

Blondie Bennett, RETIREE
Thecla Brown, RETIREE
Wanda Daniels, SREY
Clara Hampton, GH
Ira Johnson, Senior Volunteer
Constance Manning, RETIREE
Shanterria Robinson, TOY
Anthony Williams, RETIREE
Tallahassee Sunrise Rotary Club, PFE

Buck Lake Elementary School

★ Billy Millard, Principal

Jennifer Brown, SREY—Finalist
Norine Mitchell, GH
Rachel Ryan, TOY
Charlie Velazquez, Mentor
Hobbit American Grill, PFE

Canopy Oaks Elementary School

★ Staci Mortham, Principal

Bernice Brown, RETIREE
Marie Burns, RETIREE
Sharron Dollar, SREY
Atricia Goode, GH
Cathy Healy, RETIREE
Ronald Frederick, Senior Volunteer
Jamie McBrearty, TOY

Chaires Elementary School

★ Michael Holmes, Principal

Erin Adams, Adult Volunteer
Tracie Davis, Mentor
Janeen Hall, TOY
John Herzog, GH
Frank Pondexter, SREY
Lester Stephens, RETIREE

In Memoriam

As we look back on this year, we pause to honor the memory of the colleagues and friends we have lost. They were more than just fellow employees; they were the heart of our teams, the mentors who guided us, and the familiar faces who made our workplace feel like a community.

While we feel the weight of their absence, we also feel the lasting impact of their dedication, kindness, and the unique spirit they brought to everything they did. Their contributions are woven into the fabric of our organization, and their legacy lives on in the work we continue and the stories we share. They are gone from our sight, but they remain forever in our thoughts and will never be forgotten.