Eight honored with annual awards at ISD 728 schools

Each year, ISD 728 celebrates its staff, volunteers and substitute teachers with the annual staff awards, including a first-time Coach of the Year award.

Elementary Teacher of the Year: Erinn Weinmann, Parker Elementary

Staff Member of the Year (building): Tracy Ratike, VandenBerge Middle School

Staff Member of the Year (district): Gwen Anderson, EL Coordinator

Coach of the Year: Randy Ronning, ERHS Tennis

Volunteer of the Year: Brena Tonn, Rogers High

Substitute Teacher of the Year: Morgan Poole, Lincoln Elementary

Secondary Teacher of the Year: Leif Voltz, Prairie View Middle School

Early Ed Teacher of the Year: Sena DeLeon - Handke (Early Special Education )

“We have more than 2,700 staff members and teachers in our district, and you are among the best of the best,” said Dr. Dan Bittman, superintendent. “You know that I’m not on the committee who gets to select you, but I get to honor you. And that’s one of the highlights of my year. It’s truly special to be able to recognize these amazing people.”