Employee of the Year
Each year, the Christina School District honors outstanding educators and employees through the Teachers and Employee Champions of the Year awards. After a rigorous selection process, each school building selects a Teacher of the Year, who then competes for the prestigious title of District Teacher of the Year. Additionally, the district recognizes Employee Champions of the Year from each classified employee group, with the winner going on to compete for the District Educational Support Professional of the Year. Here, we proudly showcase our past winners, celebrating their dedication and commitment to educational excellence.
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Cassandra Freeman-Grant
2025-2026 Teacher of the Year
Sarah Pyle Academy
Cassandra is not just a dedicated teacher but also a passionate job coach. She opens doors for her students, introducing them to exciting career paths like animal care, public service, cosmetology, and cybersecurity. Cassandra inspires her students to aim high, work hard, and succeed beyond the classroom and after graduation. Many of her former students come back to celebrate their achievements and thank her for being their trusted mentor and support. Thank you, Cassandra, and congratulations!