Board Report
June, 2022 Edition
Agricultural Awareness Day Essay Contest Winners
The students wrote essays in reflection of the 2022 Agriculture Awareness Days event that was held on March 30th and 31st at the Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park and Fairgrounds. Students answered the question, “How does agriculture affect your life every day?” There were over 50 essays submitted from three participating schools!
Sudlersville Middle School
1. Carter Hercher
2. Dahlia Al Atiyyat
3. Kylie Curry
Stevensville Middle School
1. Lucia Zaklin
2. Jack Owens
3. Jayci Frederick
Centreville Middle School
1. Brianna Layden
2. Trey Palmatary
3. Lincoln Palmer
Overall Winner
Evelyn Regenhardt, Centreville Middle School
Overall Winner - Evelyn Regenhardt, CMS
Queenstown VFD
On behalf of the Board of Education and Queen Anne’s County High School we would like to personally thank you and the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Department for providing a fully staffed ambulance for both the Men’s and Women’s lacrosse games at Queen Anne’s County High School this past season. Our Queen Anne’s County High School Athletic Trainer was on medical leave this past season and we were unable to secure a substitute Athletic Trainer to fill in for the spring season with there being a national shortage of athletic trainers. Queenstown Volunteer Fire Department graciously stepped in and volunteered their BLS services for the entire season. We would like to thank you for your dedication to the community and also Queen Anne’s County High School.
Energizer Bunny Award
June Energizer Bunny: Mr. Eric Wright, QACHS Band Director/ Music Teacher
Nominated By: Amy Taylor, Sudlersville Elementary School Third Grade Teacher
Mr. Wright runs the QACHS marching band, QACHS jazz band as well as the concert band. This does not include any of his regular teaching duties! The dedication he shows to his students is unbelievable, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. Students respond very well to him and he is a wonderful role model to these young adults. Thank you Mr. Wright for "bringing back music to Queen Anne's!"
Shining Star Award
June Shining Star: Sarah Williams, 5th Grade Teacher
Nominated by: Michelle Carey, Principal, Kennard Elementary
Mrs. William's goes above and beyond on a daily basis! She is such an asset to KES! Although she teaches 5th grade, she is our resident Technology Guru and at the drop of a hat will assist any of her teammates and any other staff in our building. She is a quick study and quite proficient in the area of technology.
Additionally, she has been instrumental in KES getting our Sustainable Green School certification and served on that team; she assisted in developing an exceptional website with our school artifacts and Green School components.
Mrs. Williams also serves as a 5th Grade SIT representative and is very engaged with her input and suggestions for the benefit of our students.
Last but not least, she serves on our PTA Board as a staff (and parent) representative! She went above and beyond during Teacher/staff appreciation week to make our KES staff feel extra special! She is truly a "SHINING STAR" at KES!
Spirit Award
June Spirit Star: Katie Peternel, Special Programs Coordinator/Behavior Specialist
Nominated by: Joeleen Smith, Special Education Supervisor
Ms. Peternel has been a staple of the Special Education Leadership team and instrumental in the ongoing development of special programs within Queen Anne’s County Public Schools. Ms. Peternel brings to our teachers the highest professionalism, passion, and expertise. Her love for all students, but especially those with complex needs is evident through her creative solutions and tireless efforts to create new and improved approaches and practices for our students and their classrooms. Ms. Peternel continues to encourage growth and excellence for our teachers which translates to new opportunities for our students. Katie truly embodies the spirit of Queen Anne’s County Public Schools.
