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2026 Pinnacle Award Winners
February 27, 2026
The Heart of Viewmont: Vangee Watts Honored with the Pinnacle Award
In the first-grade classrooms of Viewmont Elementary, "yet" is a powerful word. It is the cornerstone of the growth mindset that Vangee Watts has spent fifteen years instilling in her students—the
February 27, 2026
Rooted in Heart: Lisa Pearson Honored with the Pinnacle Award
Some educators teach subjects, while others teach students how to believe in themselves. Lisa Pearson does both with a "quiet, fierce grace" that has transformed the lives of countless young people.
February 27, 2026
Leading with Heart and Humility: Earl Kauffman Honored with the Pinnacle Award
In the halls of Riverview Junior High, Earl Kauffman is known as the "calm in the storm." Whether navigating the complexities of school leadership or coaching on the football field, Earl has
February 27, 2026
A Legacy of Service: Denise McDougal Receives the Pinnacle Award
For Denise McDougal, retirement wasn't an end, but a new chapter of giving back to the community she loves. After a distinguished 25-year career as the Human Resources administrative assistant for
February 27, 2026
Building Bridges of Belonging: Cris Westerfield Honored with the Pinnacle Award
In the Murray City School District, Cris Westerfield is often described as the "connective tissue" that binds the community together. As the Title III & Refugee Coordinator, Cris has spent the
February 27, 2026
Building Bridges of Communication: Becky Powell Receives the Pinnacle Award
For Becky Powell, life in the Murray City School District has truly come full circle. A graduate of Murray High School, Becky returned to the district to raise her five sons—all of whom followed
February 27, 2026
The Magic of McMillan: Angela Thompson Honored with the Pinnacle Award
At McMillan Elementary, there is a room known as "the happiest place on earth". Stepping into Angela Thompson’s Disneyland-themed classroom, it is immediately clear that the "magic" isn't just in
February 27, 2026
Honoring a Legacy of Heart: Amy Knox Receives the Pinnacle Award
For nearly four decades, Amy Knox has been more than just an educator; she has been the steady heartbeat of Murray High School. As she prepares to retire, it is only fitting that she receives the
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