Congratulations to Speech Language Pathologist Sarah Español on her recognition as the FCPS 2023 Region 2 Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 14th.

While collaborating with her colleagues and school administrators, Sarah’s goal is to improve outcomes for all students during their time in high school and to prepare them for their transition to life after school. Throughout her career working in schools, Sarah has seen how difficult it is for students with disabilities and their families to feel a sense of belonging to the school community. It has been powerful for Sarah to see the connections that authentic inclusion opportunities bring to students with and without disabilities during her work as a Best Buddies advisor and Special Olympics Unified Team coach. Sarah is honored to work with her school team - students, teachers, and families- to facilitate these programs at Marshall High School.

• View Ms. Español's recognition on the FCPS website.

Congratulations to the following Marshall High School staff members who were also recognized at this year's FCPS Honors Ceremony!

Outstanding Secondary New Teacher School and Pyramid-Level Recipient

• Laura Champe Mitchell, Learning Disabilities Teacher 

Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee School and Pyramid-Level Recipient

• Frances Wilson, Family Liaison

Outstanding School-Based Leader School-Level Recipient

• Joe Swarm, Director of Student Activities

Outstanding Secondary School Teacher School-Level Recipient

• Kristine Elsener, Mathematics Teacher

Outstanding Principal Nominee

• Jeff Litz

Thank you to Pierce Bello for all of their hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison.