NP school board recognizes teacher and staff members of the month

Adams Middle School Principal Marie Holmes-Brosius honored teacher Mary Beth Kelley and library staff member Julie Messersmith at Monday's school board meeting, and NPPS Foundation Executive Director Terri Burchell said community letters for employees of the year will be accepted in the coming weeks.

Adams Middle School Principal Marie Holmes-Brosius presented awards for the school's teacher and classified staff of the month during Monday's school board meeting. The recognitions acknowledged work seen as having a meaningful impact on students and the school community. NPPS Foundation Executive Director Terri Burchell noted that community members will be able to submit letters of support for employees of the year who were nominated during the year. Burchell described the selection process as competitive because of many dedicated staff across the district. Key details: - Mary Beth Kelley, a business teacher at Adams, was recognized for teaching digital citizenship, supporting the school's ICU program, and creating a tardy intervention program to help students arrive to class on time; colleagues described her as team-oriented and ready to support others. - Julie Messersmith, who works in the school library, was recognized for connecting students with books and encouraging reading, and for offering encouragement and support to students throughout the school day and programs. - Terri Burchell said community letters of support for employees of the year will be accepted in the coming weeks and that nominations considered include monthly winners and others nominated over the year. - Burchell and school leaders emphasized that many district staff are exceptional, making selection competitive. Summary: The recognitions highlight everyday efforts by school staff to support students' learning and well-being, and they underscore a broader districtwide appreciation for staff dedication. In the coming weeks the NPPS Foundation will accept letters of support as part of the employees-of-the-year process, and the district's selection remains competitive.