The Impact Award honors Abilene ISD employees who make a positive difference at work and in the Abilene community. Recipients in professional, para-professional, and auxiliary roles are nominated and selected by their colleagues in recognition of their exceptional efforts to be a force for good in the lives of our students, staff, and neighbors.
Previous recipients are listed below along with a link to a spotlight video featuring their work and community service. If you would like to nominate an AISD employee for Impact Award recognition, please use the form at the bottom of this page.
AWARD Recipients
October 2022
- Professional – Susan Pate, Teacher, Austin Elementary
- Paraprofessional – Shala Fillmon, Special Education ADAPT Aide, Bonham Elementary
- Auxiliary – Michelene Holley, Student Nutrition Manager, Madison Middle School
December 2022
- Professional – Ron Deos, Teacher & AFJROTC Instructor, Cooper High School
- Paraprofessional – Uluwehi Laurita-Urata, Attendance Clerk, Austin Elementary
- Auxiliary – Rhea Jones, Student Nutrition, The LIFT
PAST Recipients
February 2022
- Professional – Candi Ice, Orchestra Teacher, Madison Middle School
- Paraprofessional – Lydia Zuniga, Ortiz Elementary School
- Auxiliary – Joel Machogu, IT Computer Tech
October 2021
- Professional – Riley Scroggins, Art Teacher, ATEMS
- Paraprofessional – Kim Gress, Deaf Education Communication Facilitator, Cooper High School
- Auxiliary – Transportation Shop Crew
January 2020
- Professional – Elaine Herweck, Nurse, Taylor Elementary School
- Paraprofessional – Amber West, Library Associate, Bowie Elementary School
- Auxiliary – George Orosco, Custodian, Abilene High School
November 2019
- Professional – Elba Nieves, Special Education instructor, Cooper High School
- Paraprofessional – Michele James, Child Care Aide, Long Early Learning Center
- Auxiliary – Eduardo Jimenez, Custodian, Austin Elementary School
Join our efforts to acknowledge AISD employees who make a positive difference in our schools and community. If someone has gone above and beyond for you, let us know using this form!