HSSD CARE Awards

HSSD CARE Awards

Overview: An annual recognition and award program honoring Howard-Suamico School District (HSSD) staff members who demonstrate exceptional dedication and positive contributions to school culture.

CARE Stands For: Congratulate, Appreciate, Recognize, Esteem

Purpose: Recognize each person serving at HSSD—from classrooms to lunch rooms, front offices, gymnasiums and beyond—whose work makes a direct impact on students and the future of communities.

Recognition Criteria: Award winners are selected through anonymous peer-voting at each HSSD building based on employees who:

Exhibit joy in their roles and love for public education

Foster healthy relationships with others

Contribute to a positive school climate

Value every contribution with respect and honor

Award Components: Each winner receives:

$1,250 stipend for the CARE Award winner

$750 grant for the award winner's school

$500 contribution to the HSEF Endowment Fund

Eligibility: One employee per HSSD building (9 schools)

Geographic Scope: Howard-Suamico School District, Wisconsin

Status: 4th annual awards announced in 2025 (winners recognized May 9, 2025)

Past Winners (2025):

Justin Nelson, Bay Port Spanish Teacher

Chrissy Mommaerts, Bay View Janitor

Frank Petras, Lineville Physical Education Teacher

Amy Hanson-Van Rossum, Bay Harbor Special Education Aide

Gloria Jacques, Forest Glen English Language Learner Teacher

Staci Demerath, Howard Physical Education Teacher

Mallory Blozinski, Meadowbrook Dean of Students

Cassie Arndt, Suamico 3rd Grade Teacher

Kourtney Feldhausen, District Office Student/Family Engagement Coordinator

Sponsors (2025):

BayCare Clinic

B & D Warehouse

Engage Orthodontics

EUA & Miron Construction

Josh and Sarah Gustafson Family

Melotte Distributing

Prevea Health

Savoye Salon Spa

USI

Contact Information:

Phone: 920-662-7819

Address: 2706 Lineville Road, Green Bay, WI 54313