HCPSS Superintendent William J. Barnes today announced the recipients of the school system’s annual principal and teachers of the year award:
- Principal of the Year: Dan Notari, Cradlerock Elementary
- Teacher of the Year: Samantha Mathis, West Friendship Elementary School
- Teacher of the Year: Kacy Valentine, Lake Elkhorn Middle School
Each recipient was named during surprise visits at their respective schools, and will be recognized at an upcoming Howard County Board of Education meeting. The three also serve as the HCPSS nominees for Washington Post Principal of the Year, Washington Post Teacher of the Year (Mathis) and Maryland State Department of Education Teacher of the Year (Valentine).
Congratulations to these outstanding employees, and all those nominated!