Champions For Children

One of the wonderful traditions in the Winnisquam Regional School District is to recognize and celebrate staff, parents, and/or community members that volunteer their time or make significant contributions that benefit students. We celebrated the district’s Champion’s For Children at the June 18th, 2007 Board meeting. The individuals listed below were honored for their commitment and dedication.

Special Education
Deb Tomasek and Kathy McKinster for their dedicated service to students and families, care and concern above and beyond the call of duty, and commitment to excellence in Special Education.

Sanbornton Central School
Julie Swain for her dedication to the Artist in Residence Program for the mural, “Sanbornton Community.” Her time, care, and expertise working with the students, faculty, and staff at Sanbornton Central School to create the “Sanbornton Community” mural is greatly appreciated.
Jackie Sandstrom for her dedication to the students at Sanbornton Central School. She generously gave your time, effort, and artistry to the Artist in Residence program with Teresa Taylor. She went over and above the call of a typical volunteer during this residency, and it is greatly appreciated.  Heidi Little. for her dedication to the students at Sanbornton Central School. Your time, care, and work on the Cultural Arts Committee to bring the Artist in Residence Program with Teresa Taylor to SCS is greatly appreciated.
Julie Lonergan for her dedication to the students at Sanbornton Central School over the years. Her time, care, enthusiasm, and concern are greatly appreciated.

Southwick School
Jack Richmond for his dedicated service to students, care and concern above and beyond the call of duty, and commitment to excellence as a Foster Grandparent in a fourth grade classroom. Grampy does a great job of making math fun!
Flo Richmond for her dedicated service to students, care and concern above and beyond the call of duty, and commitment to excellence as a Foster Grandparent in a third grade classroom. Grammy loved to read to individual or small groups of students, but her favorite task was to have the students read to her!

Union Sanborn School
Rita De Veer for her excellent service in special education, she has helped to improve many students’ ability to communicate and be more successful within the school environment. Her PTO leadership has enriched the learning experience for all children and helped connect parents to their children’s experience in school. Her energy, commitment and genuine nature are contagious and set a wonderful example for all. These attributes combine to make her an authentic Champion for the children at Union Sanborn School.

Winnisquam Regional Middle School
Karen Cornell for going above and beyond the call of duty as a parent and community member over the past few years, but especially this year with the Nation Anthem Choir. She has dedicated many hours fundraising, chaperoning, organizing, doing paperwork, and encouraging choir members and their parents in the efforts our music program promotes. The Winnisquam Regional Middle School is truly blessed with the support she has provided us. She is truly a champion for all children.

Winnisquam Regional High School
Alice Rogers-Farris for her dedication to the students of the Winnisquam School District over the last fifteen years in her role as teacher, mentor, tour director, and curriculum leader. She has touched many lives here and will have many great memories as she moves on to another chapter in her life.

SAU Office
Nina Gardner for her passion and drive to provide the best education for the students of the Winnisquam Regional School District in her role as a School Board member. She has provided leadership, integrity, and inspiration to students, staff, and the community.  Judy Farr for her dedication and commitment to the students of the Winnisquam Regional High School for 39 years of service. She is a caring and authentic teacher and leader who will always be remembered in the district