China Spring Faculty and Staff Members of the Month

At China Spring ISD, we provide our students with personalized educational experiences unlike any other school district. We expect those experiences to be something students can't stop talking about. To achieve this, we hire and empower educators who focus on creating unique, student-centered learning experiences.

We are excited to recognize the exceptional educators at our district through the Faculty and Staff Member of the Month Award. Recipients are recognized at China Spring ISD School Board Meetings.

China Spring ISD Faculty of the Month Award

The Faculty of the Month Award recognizes a faculty member who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to student learning and engagement. This teacher consistently practices innovative teaching strategies, encourages student engagement, and contributes to the academic success of their students. This educator demonstrates a commitment to China Spring ISD by upholding the expectations of their campus, practicing teamwork, and a positive attitude. Finally, this educator exemplifies cougar pride by going above and beyond to support the students at China Spring ISD. 

China Spring ISD Staff of the Month Award

The Staff of the Month Award recognizes a staff member who supports the mission and goal of China Spring ISD. This professional exemplifies reliability, initiative, and a positive attitude. This professional demonstrates a commitment to China Spring ISD by upholding the culture and expectations of their campus. Finally, this professional exemplifies cougar pride by going above and beyond to serve the students at China Spring ISD.

China Spring ISD Quarterly Cougar Kitchen Award

The Cougar Kitchen Award recognizes a kitchen team who supports the mission and goal of child nutrition at China Spring ISD. This team exemplifies reliability, initiative, a positive attendance record, and intentionality toward creating opportunities to enhance sales. The kitchen team exemplifies cougar pride by going above and beyond to serve the students and provide a quality food service experience at China Spring ISD.

September Faculty & Staff Members of the Month

Ashley Keating

China Spring High School Faculty of the Month

Ashley Keating

Ashley Keating is the China Spring High School faculty member of the month. Ms. Keating has served the campus as a Reading Intervention teacher, but this year has stepped into English II and English II Honors.  She has done so with a positive attitude and has engaged her students with book selections that pique their interest and abilities.  She is an active member in all PLCs and is always willing to help her peers.

Lindsey Morton

China Spring Middle School Faculty of the Month

Lindsey Morton

Lindsey Morton is absolutely phenomenal and it's an honor to recognize her for the educator that she is. Mrs. Morton works in our Special Education department here at the MS as an ELAR Inclusion teacher, and a Resource English teacher, on top of managing a caseload of approximately 25 students. On top of that, she is finishing her master's degree with a certification to become a diagnostician. She has modeled for both our faculty and students what it means to be hard working, dedicated, compassionate, and loving.

Tabitha Martel

China Spring Intermediate Faculty of the Month

Tabitha Martel

Tabitha Martel has a genuine care for her team and her students and is always willing to think outside of the box to enhance the learning environment. Mrs. Martel does an excellent job of seeing a need, whether it be social, emotional, academic, or physical. She is an excellent teacher and team member.

Rebekah Kahle

China Spring Elementary Faculty of the Month

Rebekah Kahle

Rebekah Kahle’s enthusiasm for discovering new things like exciting conferences and sharing them with her students and colleagues is truly remarkable. Ms. Kahle serves as a springboard for her peers, embracing challenges with a positive attitude and a willingness to assist others. Her commitment to education and her supportive nature make her an asset to the entire school community.

Jennifer Simon

China Spring Primary Faculty of the Month

Jennifer Simon

Above and Beyond for Students! These are words I immediately think of when thinking of Jennifer Simon! Her calm demeanor creates a safe space for students, allowing them to express themselves and take risks in their learning while fostering a nurturing environment where her students feel valued and supported. Ms. Simon’s willingness to collaborate with colleagues and support new teachers has been essential to growing our campus! 

Kristi Carlin

China Spring Staff Member of the Month

Kristi Carlin

China Spring Elementary’s Registrar and jack-of-all-trades, is an indispensable member of our team who excels in every task she undertakes. There is no challenge she cannot tackle, no event she cannot plan and make exceptional. Her contributions are crucial to the success of our campus, and everyone at CSE acknowledges that she is the one who makes us feel truly valued.

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