2019 Spring Recognition Breakfast

Northshore Council PTSA held its annual Spring Recognition Breakfast on Thursday, June 6, 2019, at McMenamin's Anderson School in Bothell. The event celebrates the work of PTAs throughout Northshore as well as this year's amazing volunteers and award recipients district-wide. Guests included representatives from Northshore PTAs, their award recipients and honored guests, district officials, school board members, and community partners.

Many thanks to North Creek High School's instrumental music program students and director Deborah Montague for providing wonderful performances during breakfast.

Special thanks to keynote speaker, Janet Harvey, MCC, who offered an inspiring presentation about leadership and the power and value of staying true to one self.

Northshore Council PTSA was also honored to present awards during the event.  Many congratulations to this year's award recipients, each of whom has worked to promote the well-being and education of children in our district and beyond:

🌟 Outstanding Advocate: Corina Pfeil

The Outstanding Advocate Award recognizes an individual for his or her advocacy and commitment in helping to create strong policies relating to the health, welfare, safety and education of children and youth.

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🌟 Outstanding Student Advocate: Ayden Harris (7th grade, Leota Middle School)

🌟 Outstanding Student Advocate: Cami Brix (12th grade, Inglemoor High School)

This is the first year Northshore Council PTSA has given this award. The Outstanding Student Advocate Award recognizes student PTA members who have made significant contributions through leadership and service in their school and community.

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🌟 Outstanding Educator: Dr. Michelle Reid

The Outstanding Educator Award is presented to an individual who has made significant contributions in their community to enhance the educational outcomes of all children or youth. An educator is not limited to a teacher and may be defined as a teacher, assistant, specialist, support staff, administrator or community member.

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🌟 Outstanding Service: Wendy Reynolds

The WSPTA Outstanding Service Award was added in 1962, building on the success of the Golden Acorn Award program. This award recognizes statewide service to children. It is awarded to an individual who has given dedicated and long-term volunteer service that positively impacts every child throughout the community while demonstrating the WSPTA core values.

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We are grateful to all who were able to join us for this wonderful morning of
food, music, community, and celebration!