HSEF and HSSD Celebrate 4th Annual CARE Award Winners
The Howard-Suamico Education Foundation (HSEF) and Howard-Suamico School District (HSSD) are excited to announce the 4th annual CARE Award winners!
These winners were recognized during the Staff Celebration Event on May 9, 2025.
- Justin Nelson, Bay Port Spanish Teacher
- Chrissy Mommaerts, Bay View Janitor
- Frank Petras, Lineville Physical Education Teacher
- Amy Hanson-Van Rossum, Bay Harbor Special Education Aide
- Gloria Jacques, Forest Glen English Language Learner Teacher
- Staci Demerath, Howard Physical Education Teacher
- Mallory Blozinski, Meadowbrook Dean of Students
- Cassie Arndt, Suamico 3rd Grade Teacher
- Kourtney Feldhausen, District Office Student/Family Engagement Coordinator
One employee at each building was recognized for demonstrating positive characteristics that contribute to our positive staff culture.
These awards were determined through an anonymous peer-voting process at each HSSD building. Voting was based on how the employees exhibit joy in their roles and a love for public education, foster healthy relationships with others, contribute to a positive school climate, and value every contribution with respect and honor.
Making the HSSD CARE Awards possible are our sponsors, who, in partnership with HSEF, provided the following:
- $1,250 stipend for the HSSD CARE Award winner
- $750 grant for the CARE Award winner’s school
- $500 to the HSEF Endowment Fund
HSSD CARE Award Sponsors:
- BayCare Clinic
- B & D Warehouse
- Engage Orthodontics
- EUA & Miron Construction
- Josh and Sarah Gustafson Family
- Melotte Distributing
- Prevea Health
- Savoye Salon Spa
- USI
About HSSD CARE Awards:
CARE stands for Congratulate, Appreciate, Recognize, Esteem. It is our belief that each person serving at HSSD - from classrooms to lunch rooms, front offices, gymnasiums and beyond - makes a direct impact on the children and future of our communities. Their work impacts us all for the better and the winners are being recognized for their direct impact on students and the future of our communities.
