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.

May Faculty & Staff Members of the Month

John Morgan

China Spring High School Faculty of the Month

John Morgan

Congratulations to John Morgan, China Spring High School's outstanding manufacturing teacher, for being named Faculty Member of the Month! His dedication to craftsmanship, safety, and creativity has inspired countless students to build skills that will last a lifetime. We are grateful for his passion, patience, and the positive energy he brings to China Spring High School every day.

Marc Gutierrez

China Spring Middle School Faculty of the Month

Marc Gutierrez

Coach Gutierrez has done a tremendous job this year, both in the classroom and on the field and courts for China Spring Middle School. Focused, energetic, a problem solver, and perfectionist, Coach Gutierrez has been such a bright spot for our campus. Coach Gutierrez, in his first year of teaching, has lapped the field with his dedication to the fundamentals of instruction, a firm but consistent classroom environment, and a growth mindset that always leaves him wanting to learn more. He was nominated for teacher of the year by his alternative certification program, and it's not a surprise. It's an honor to recognize Coach Gutierrez as the CSMS Teacher of the Month.

Dezarai Chambers

China Spring Intermediate Faculty of the Month

Dezarai Chambers

Mrs. Chambers has quickly distinguished herself as an outstanding special education teacher through her unwavering love for her students and her passion for her work. Although new to her role, she has flourished, demonstrating a remarkable ability to learn quickly, reflect thoughtfully, and adapt her practices to best support her students' needs. Mrs. Chambers consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every child feels valued and successful, and she approaches each day with compassion, dedication, and professionalism. We are truly fortunate to have her on our team.

Sarah Stubbs

China Spring Elementary Faculty of the Month

Sarah Stubbs

Sarah Stubbs is an amazing innovative educator who constantly looks for ways to bring engaging and meaningful learning experiences to the entire campus through novel exciting ways such as Reading March Madness and Transformation Classroom. She creates individualized opportunities that meet her student's unique needs, ensuring that all her learners feel valued and challenged. Her passion for teaching is evident in the excitement her students have for coming to school each day. When given any challenge, Sarah chooses to not only meet the expectations, but find new ways to improve upon what was asked. Sarah has a gift for seeing each of her students’ potential and fighting for resources to make them the best they can be.

Crystal Perales

China Spring Primary Faculty of the Month

Crystal Perales

Crystal is the kind of teacher every student deserves—her students always end on or above grade level, no matter where they begin. Her unmatched approach to teaching writing and phonics should be the blueprint for classrooms everywhere. With top-tier leadership and high expectations, she inspires students to rise and succeed, driven by pride and purpose. In her classroom family, every child is seen, valued, and empowered—growing together, not just as learners, but as people. She is truly an amazing teacher, and every day she sets the gold standard for what great teaching looks like. Honestly, I want to be her when I grow up! Congratulations Mrs. Perales!

Mirian Rocha

China Spring Staff Member of the Month

Mirian Rocha

Mrs. Rocha is the heart of the AEC—always calm, organized, and willing to step in wherever she’s needed. Whether she’s answering phones, helping teachers, or comforting a student, she does it all with grace and care. A student recently said, “Mrs. Rocha can carry this place on her back,” and we couldn’t agree more. She goes above and beyond her role, making the front office a safe, welcoming place where every student feels seen and supported. We are truly blessed to have her. 

Quarterly Cougar Kitchen

High School Kitchen

Reba Hood, Annie Fajardo, Patrice Fleming-Brown, Vickie Chaiprasert, Vickie Wagner, Leanne Wheat, Keysha Bolanos

Winston Churchill once said, “You can measure a man's character by the choices he makes under pressure.” That’s exactly why the High School kitchen was selected as the Cougar Kitchen of the Quarter. Faced with a surprise safety audit, the team rallied behind Assistant Manager Annie Fajardo, using every moment to prepare with purpose and pride. Their commitment paid off—not only in excellent audit results, but in a kitchen that every team member can be proud to call theirs.

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