CH-UH Recognizes Tiger Team Members of the Month for May
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The theme across the CH-UH School District this year is Heights United. In that spirit, each month CH-UH is recognizing employees who go above and beyond to inspire unity and create a culture of excellence in our district.
For May, CH-UH is honoring 11 people as the “Tiger Team Members of the Month”. Each honoree was nominated by a colleague--and in some instances multiple colleagues--and the nominees were then voted upon by a staff committee.
The honorees were recognized by the Board of Education at the June 3 meeting.
BOE/Bus Depot/Delisle Options Center/IT/Millikin: Terrance Douglas - Utility Tradesperson
"Terrance is dedicated to his job, is very well liked, and has a nice sense of humor. He also helps wherever needed, is respectful, and much more."
Boulevard: Julie Walker - Fourth Grade Teacher
"Julie is a Heights Alumna and is the model of tiger pride through and through. She is an outstanding teacher, a thoughtful, kind, and enthusiastic teacher leader, and jumps in to help all day long. She is an expert at building a trusting, caring community in her classroom and is motivated to have the building culture show the same. She has great ideas and insight on how to move a building forward and has held several leadership positions and helped on many committees to try and help Boulevard be everyone's dream school to come to and work in. We are lucky to have such a smart, dedicated and motivated teacher, colleague and friend at Boulevard!"
Canterbury: Stacy Leiby - Fourth Grade Teacher
"Stacy is a team player and a genuinely amazing coworker. She works tirelessly to do what is best for her students and does an amazing job forming relationships and establishing high expectations for her students. Stacy is a person that you can always rely on to help you out in a time of need, whether it be personally or professionally."
Fairfax: Katheryn Perse - Speech Language Pathologist
"Kat makes giving all students access to communication her priority. She is able to adapt to the needs of all her students in order to make sure they have the opportunity to express themselves; she helps them communicate through speech, pictures, or voice output. Her passion for all of her students shows in the joy seen in the faces of the children she is with, as well as the caring demeanor she always has while working with them."
Gearity: Dr. Fiona Connor - Adapted Physical Education Teacher
"Dr. Connor planned another amazing field day for our students with intensive needs! Even with the weather forcing all 200 of us inside, her well thought-out activities kept all students engaged and participating. Dr. Connor goes above and beyond for our students from PK-12th grade. Daily, her adaptive PE classes are well structured and allow for all students to work on mastering their age appropriate PE skills."
Heights High: Sarah Parker - Business Education Teacher
"As a seasoned Marketing teacher and DECA Advisor, Mrs. Parker consistently goes above and beyond to support her students. She works tirelessly to prepare her senior Marketing students for success in their DECA competitions, encouraging them to do their best and guiding them every step of the way. Mrs. Parker demonstrates genuine care for her students—always encouraging, supportive, and focused on their needs. She sets a powerful example by extending learning beyond the classroom, helping students gain real-world experience through community engagement and practical application of business and marketing skills."
Monticello: Jenifer Braun - Intervention Specialist
"Mrs. Braun is an outstanding teacher who consistently goes above and beyond for her students. She not only supports her own students with care and dedication, but she also ensures that every student in the classroom receives the support they need to succeed, regardless of their classification. Her inclusive approach, compassion, and commitment to student growth make her a true asset to our school community."
Noble: Melissa Barrett-Burkeet - Assistant Principal
"Her unwavering commitment to the success of our school, staff, and students is evident in everything she does. Whether it’s supporting classroom instruction, managing the day-to-day operations, or lending a listening ear, she is always present, intentional, and focused. Her leadership style reflects both compassion and consistency—qualities that make a lasting impact on our school culture. She anticipates needs, offers support before it’s requested, and ensures that nothing falls through the cracks. She leads with grace, works with humility, and always puts what’s best for kids at the forefront."
Oxford: Demetrius Todd - Assistant Custodian
"Mr. Todd consistently goes above and beyond in his role, particularly through his exceptional support in setting up and breaking down for events. Regardless of the size or location—whether indoors or outdoors—Mr. Todd is always willing to lend a helping hand to ensure each event runs smoothly. He works tirelessly to set up and take down tables and chairs, often taking the initiative to make sure everything is just right. His dedication, reliability, and positive attitude make him an invaluable part of our team."
Rox El: Caryl Yoo - School Social Worker
"Caryl is assigned to Rox one day a week, and in that short time she always shows up as a productive team member who listens, provides positive feedback, and supports our students, families, and staff. She is a very enthusiastic attendance cheerleader, and she also writes very thorough and professional reports for evaluations. I am lucky to work closely with Caryl, and I appreciate her team spirit!"
Rox Mid: Kelly Menaker - Social Studies Teacher
"She has made my last year of teaching a joy! She is a real team player, advocates for children and staff. She is creative, caring, and supportive. She has worked so hard this year as a full time social studies teacher; learning the curriculum, planning creative lessons, helping me with technology updates. Her knowledge and support is endless. It has been a real honor to work with her."