Julie Agnew
Linda Miley
Boyd Lin Parker
Sala Simonds
Congratulations!
Julie Agnew, Teacher, Department Chair English, Antelope Valley High School: “It is Julie’s high set of standards, which inspire her students as well as her peers. She recognizes talents in others and encourages them to pursue their dreams. It is her consistent achievements for over twenty years of teaching and the wonderful help she is to students, parents and teachers which deserves Distinguished Service recognition.” Excerpt from nomination form(s)
Linda Miley, Teacher, Home Economics, Highland High School: “Linda started out as a cafeteria helper, then obtained her degree and began teaching home economics. Her love of teaching has been apparent ever since. She approaches each year with the enthusiasm of a first year teacher and her students benefit from her dedicated expertise. In her 20 years with the district, she has gone out of her way volunteering time and supplies to provide “real world” food service settings. Her service is truly exemplary and deserving of Distinguished Service recognition.” Excerpt from nomination form(s)
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Boyd Lin Parker III, Teacher, Highland
High School: “Coach Lin Parker has been with the district for over 25
years and has dedicated countless hours to the teaching profession, to coaching
students, and to Highland High School. Coach Parker has never held tryouts
or cut students from his football program. As long as they worked hard, every
student had the chance to play and learn. For some students, this was the
key to keep them in school.”
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Sala Simonds, Principal Desert Winds High
School, - Sala started the Crossroads Program (which turned into the County
Pregnant Minor Program) and was a forerunner in the inception of the Peer
Counseling Program. Sala seeks input from everyone to continue to develop
programs for students. She is very professional in her approach with teachers,
staff , parents and students when explaining very difficult situations or
when a situation requires sensitivity. For her 18 years of dedication to district
and students, Sala Simonds is truly deserving of the Distinguished Service
Award”. Excerpt from nomination form(s)
2001 Distinguished Service Award Recipients:
Edward Kennepohl
David Otis
Patricia Reed
Elsa Steidl
Lee Van Zandt
Pictured: Ray Monti, Deputy Superintendent (left),
presents a Distinguished Service Award to David Otis, Teacher, Desert Winds High School.
Prior Year Recipients: