Recognizing the extraordinary work of MSBO members is an honored tradition at MSBO’s Annual Conference. This year’s award and scholarship recipients will be recognized at the MSBO Annual Conference & Exhibit Show in Grand Rapids, April 29-May 1, 2025.
Congratulations!
Distinguished Service Award
MSBO’s Distinguished Service Award was established in 1987 to pay special tribute to exemplary current or former members of MSBO. It is given to members who provide inspirational service to MSBO and the school business management community.
- Todd Bell, Kentwood Public Schools (Retired)
School Business Official of the Year
This award honors an individual whose recent accomplishments and contributions in school business have occurred during the past two years. As MSBO’s School Business Official of the Year, Kartrina will receive a professional development scholarship to attend ASBO International’s Annual Conference. She will also be nominated for ASBO International’s Eagle Award.
- Katrina Bontekoe, CFO, Wexford-Missaukee ISD
Meridian Award of Excellence
The MSBO Meridian Award of Excellence is a special recognition award acknowledging successful practices in all areas of school management and education.
- Robbie Gleeson, St. Johns Public Schools
- James Stottlemyer, CFD, CTD, COD, West Bloomfield School District
Friend of Education
This special award honors individuals who are dedicated to serving the best interests of education and students.
- John Andrejack, Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education
Mark and Kay Stebbins Scholarship
The Mark and Kay Stebbins Scholarship ($2,000) is targeted to members who are improving their technical skills and competencies by furthering their education.
- Brooke Clarey, Kentwood Public Schools
- Sneha Emmadi, BOM, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
- Mercedes Waber, Kentwood Public Schools
Wally Piper Scholarship
The Wally Piper Scholarship ($3,000) recognizes members pursuing a graduate degree.
- Jillian Kitts Dziedzic, HRS, PAS, SPS, Midland Public Schools
- Danielle Jacobs, CFO, Chippewa Valley Schools