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Recognizing and Celebrating Broward County Public Schools Outstanding Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals and School-Related/District Employees.

The School-Related/District Employee of the Year Award recognizes outstanding non-instructional support personnel for the significant contributions to our schools and communities. The award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in the performance of their jobs, thereby earning the respect and admiration of students, teachers, administrators, co-workers and parents.

Kenyatta Medlock, General Clerk II
Whiddon-Rogers Education Center

Kenyatta Medlock has a passion for working with students who may feel discouraged or undervalued. It is her personal goal to have a positive impact on the lives of the students she influences everyday at Whiddon-Rogers Education Center. She has learned to wear many hats in an effort to achieve her goal.

For the past six years, Medlock has worked to really “know” students of Whiddon-Rogers Education Center. She has wowed her colleagues with her natural ability to build relationships with students and their parents. In fact, over the years, she went from being a mentor to 100 students, to providing opportunities to nearly 1,000. Medlock also uses her tireless energy to dream big for the benefit of student.

Jacquelyn Augustine, Clerk Specialist IV
Food and Nutrition Services

Jacquelyn Augustine is truly a team player who is committed to helping others. Through her caring attitude, she has inspired her peers to complete every task with excellence. She tirelessly works in the food purchasing office, supporting managers to ensure that schools have the right supply of quality meals for our students at all times. Colleagues relied on her to keep 230 school kitchens throughout the District in compliance with safety and health standards.

Every new project is a reason for excitement and self-encouragement for her. She expresses that every new task is an opportunity for learning new skills and connecting with colleagues from other areas within the District and the community.

Doroles Elmore, Educational Support Personnel
Davie Elementary School 

Dolores Elmore is described as a resourceful individual who continuously works to improve the learning environment at Davie Elementary. She uses the learning tools available in every classroom and proactively makes new materials to enhance children’s academic experience. Her enthusiasm with students is contagious. She shows students how much fun learning can be.

Aside from her morning duties, Elmore also serves at the aftercare program helping first-and second-graders with their homework, making sure that every student understands the lesson and task stated on the homework. She ensures that all students are involved in the class project, making sure not to favor anyone. Elmore is a very positive, outgoing individual, and a real asset to the education system.

Jeana Louis, Office Manager
Lauderdale Lakes Middle School

Jeana Louis is a team player who can visualize the positive impact of academic goals on students and the community. Beyond her office manager duties and responsibilities, Louis has coordinated challenging initiatives, such as the Community Initiative Project, From Teen to Young Lady Step Program, and some marketing strategies to improve.

Louis is described by her colleagues as dependable, efficient and an unfailingly punctual team player, who very often ‘wowed’ supervisors and peers with her out-of-the-box thinking and going the extra mile in every task that she embraces. Moreover, community members described her as a highly motivated individual who strives for excellence in all aspects of school and community.

Deborah Moore, Library Media Clerk
Nova Eisenhower Elementary School

Making the media center of Nova Eisenhower Elementary School much more than a place with books is a passionate goal for Deborah Moore. She continually tries to show how reading can open doors and opportunities for students at all levels.

Moore created a weekly night for parents and students to visit the media center and read together. They can also take Accelerated Reader tests and use the computers. This weekly event helps students to improve their literacy skills and parents to be more involved with their children.

Transforming the media center into a thriving part of Nova Eisenhower Elementary is not just a focus for Moore. It is a passionate accomplishment that helps students at her school thrive.

Debra Stanton, Office Manager/Confidential Secretary
Coral Springs High School

Debra Stainton is a natural problem-solver. At Coral Springs High School, she responds to any crisis with a calm demeanor and a precise plan, making sure everything goes on as scheduled. Stainton is not afraid of any task, and is always willing to take on additional responsibilities. She has held many positions in her 11 years with Coral Springs High from Attendance Clerk to Budgetkeeper II. She is always the first at work and remains until everyone leaves.

Stainton has excellent communication skills and ensures that each person that visits the front desk of Coral Springs High is always treated with respect and dignity. She willingly shares her knowledge with other schools and assists numerous community organizations.