The Impact Award, implemented in 2019, is designed to recognize an individual in our district that has a positive impact on our students but who is not an educator. This opportunity is open to paraprofessionals, custodians, food service providers, etc.
2024 Impact Awards: Anita Baumgartner, Teacher Aid, C.W.L & Elda Boose, Guidance Secretary, Junior High.
“Anita is the sweetest and caring person I have ever met. She goes above and beyond for every single student. She will also do anything to help a co-worker. Anita is someone that the students and I look up to be.”
Alyssa Brozenich, Co-worker, C.W.L
Left To Right: Deborah Faith, Foundation Director; Ben Caldwell, Human Resources Director; Autumn Fiscus, Business Manager/Board Secretary; Curtis A. Whitesel, Superintendent of Schools; Dr. Penne Edgell, HASD Foundation President; Dale McCall, Junior High Principal; Elda Boose, Guidance Secretary, Junior High; Mrs. Peggy Hancuff, HASD Foundation Treasurer; Dr. Sarah Palazzi, Director of Curriculum; Stacey Thomas, Accounting Operations Director..
“Mrs. Boose is the heart behind the HAJHS, She assists daily in allowing the building to run smoothly. She is a part of all the day to day operations and plays an integral part in the scheduling process. Students form connections with her, and she functions as a mentor to many – staff and students alike! Mrs. Boose works tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure that all needs are met in the building. It’s common to hear the phrase “what will we do if Elda retires” several times a week when at the HAJHS. That is how impactful she is in more ways than can be counted. HASD is blessed to have Mrs. Boose!
Jane Burkholder – Co-worker, Junior High
