“The apex of my civic pride and personal contentment was reached on the bright September morning when I entered public school.” Mary Antin, author
The Canyons Board of Education and Administration are pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 Apex Awards, the highest honors given in Canyons District. This year’s recipients are:
- Teacher of the Year Michele Law, Sprucewood Elementary
- School Administrator of the Year Sandra Dahl-Houlihan, Principal, Sandy Elementary
- District Administrator of the Year Robin Collett, Director, Special Education
- Volunteer of the Year Kathryn Myers, Corner Canyon High’s first-ever PTSA President
- Education Support Professional of the Year Chad Pulsipher, Manager, Warehouse and Print Shop
- Business Partner of the Year Savage
- Elected Official of the Year Sen. Pat Jones, D-Holladay
- Legacy Award Dr. Ginger Rhode, former Interim Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent of Canyons District
“The people and organizations honored this year know well what it takes to reach the top,” said Board President Sherril H. Taylor. “Through their words and deeds, they have not just followed the paths in front of them. They have, in the spirit of the poet Emerson, gone where there was no path and blazed a trail for others to follow. ”
The honorees were feted Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014 at a by-invitation-only banquet and ceremony at the Gathering Place at Gardner Village. The awards, started in 2010, serve as tributes to the dedication and professionalism of educators, employees and community partners.
