A photo of Dr. Kuhn, Nurse Mary Vermillion, Director of Health Services Angela Valentine, and representatives from First Financial Bank in front of a Mann Middle School mural

Abilene ISD proudly recognized the third and final round of the 2024-25 Employee Award Winners Monday, May 19. Employees are recognized among six categories:

  • Teacher

  • New Teacher

  • Student Support

  • Auxiliary

  • Paraprofessional

  • Substitute

These awards celebrate the incredible individuals who go above and beyond to serve the 14,000+ students and 2,300+ staff members in AISD, from those leading in the classroom to those working diligently behind the scenes to keep our schools running smoothly. Winners are nominated by their peers for exemplifying the district’s Strategic Priorities–fostering collaboration, promoting active classroom engagement, and building strong partnerships with the school community.

Congratulations to the following outstanding individuals who serve AISD students and families with dedication and excellence!

A special thank you to First Financial Bank for generously sponsoring the AISD Employee Awards and providing a $100 gift card to each recipient.

For more information on AISD's Employee Awards program, click here.

A photo of Raul Martinez, the warehouse team, and others.

Auxiliary
Raul Martinez, AISD Warehouse

A photo of Mrs. Wright, her students, and others

New Teacher
Tiffany Wright, Bonham Elementary

A photo of Dayvon Steen and others outside at Ortiz Elementary

Paraprofessional
Dayvon Steen, Ortiz Elementary Special Education Aide

A photo of Nurse Mary Vermillion and others at Mann Middle School

Student Support
Mary Vermillion, RN, Mann Middle School Nurse

A photo of Jody Reese and others at Taylor Elementary

Substitute Teacher
Jody Reese, Taylor Elementary

A photo of Julie Jackson and her class at the Abilene Zoo

Teacher
Julie Jackson, Madison Middle School