Recognizing the extraordinary work of MSBO members is a time-honored tradition. This year’s awards and scholarship recipients will be recognized at the MSBO Annual Conference & Exhibit Show in Grand Rapids, April 23-25, 2024.
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.
- Robert Spagnuolo, CPA, CFO, BOM DeWitt Public Schools
School Business Official of the Year
This award honors an individual for their recent accomplishments and contributions in school business that have occurred during the past two years.
- Anna Wamack, CFO, HRS, Hemlock Public Schools
As MSBO’s School Business Official of the Year, she will receive a professional development scholarship to attend ASBO International’s Annual Conference. Her name will also be submitted to ASBO for their prestigious Eagle Award.
Meridian Award of Excellence
The Meridian Award of Excellence is a special recognition award acknowledging successful practices in all areas of school management.
Winners
- Peter Muscio, Rochester Community Schools
Project: Districtwide Room Numbering System
- Scott N. Sawyer, CFO, HRS, Saginaw ISD
Project: Finance Director Mentorship
Honorable Mention
- Jennifer McKay, BOM, Marysville Public Schools
Project: Macomb-St. Clair SBO Mentor List
- Anna Wamack, CFO, HRS, and Wendy R. Anderson, BOS, HRS, Hemlock Public School District
Project: Strategic Initiatives for Operational Excellence
- Neil R. Cassabon, CFO and Kevin M. Hustek, CTO, Warren Woods Public Schools
Project: Warren Woods Public Schools – Ransomware Protection
Friend of Education
This special award honors individuals who are not normally members of MSBO and yet have been dedicated to serving the best interests of education and students.
The Kahler Foundation
President’s Award
Most MSBO awards are chosen by a review committee or the MSBO Board of Directors. The President’s Award is chosen by the president. MSBO Board President Mary Beth Rogers.
- To Be Announced
Mark and Kay Stebbins Scholarship
The Mark and Kay Stebbins Scholarship ($2,000) is directed to members who are improving their technical skills and competencies by furthering their education.
- Kristina Govan, Eastpointe Community Schools
- Lisa Hankins, Northwest Education Services
- Natalie Pearce, Huron ISD
Wally Piper Scholarship
The Wally Piper Scholarship ($3,000) recognizes members pursuing a graduate degree.
- Kristie Anderson, Eastern UP ISD
- Livia Christman, Allegan Area ISD
- Beth Granger, Rochester Community Schools
- Tracy McCord, Eastern UP ISD
Congratulations to all award and scholarship winners!