Crystal Apple Honorees
In 1996, Salem Chamber business representatives teamed with local educators to begin the Crystal Apple Awards as a way to encourage and recognize education excellence in Salem-Keizer schools. Presented by the Salem-Keizer Education Foundation in collaboration with the Salem-Keizer School District, and the Salem and Keizer Chambers of Commerce, the Awards celebrate and recognize those teachers, administrators and support staff that exceed all expectations of their profession and who engage community in their work. Since its inception, the Crystal Apple Awards has been replicated in communities throughout the United States.
Crystal Apple F.A.Q.
2009 Honorees
| Stacie Creighton Teacher North Salem High School |
Brian Eriksen Teacher South Salem High School |
| Adria Farina-Miller Teacher Richmond Elementary School |
Melinda Freshour Instructional Assistant Yoshikai Elementary School |
| Brenda Hauswirth Teacher West Salem High School |
Lee Horton Instructional Assistant Houck Middle School |
| Mary Kruger Teacher Kennedy Elementary School |
Scott May Teacher Crossler Middle School |
| Julie Nordlien Instructional Assistant Parrish Middle School |
Janice Olinger Teacher Brush College Elementary School |
| Christina Tracy Teacher Howard Street Charter School |
Mary Paulson Chief of Staff Salem-Keizer Public Schools |
Crystal Apple
Recognizing Excellence in Education.
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