Honoring the extraordinary work of MSBO members is a longstanding tradition at MSBO’s Annual Conference. This year’s award and scholarship recipients will be recognized at the MSBO Annual Conference & Exhibit Show in April in Grand Rapids.
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.
- William Chatfield, CFD, Oakland Schools
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, Tina will receive a professional development scholarship to attend ASBO International’s Annual Conference. She will also be nominated for ASBO International’s Eagle Award.
- Tina Monroe, CFO, Eaton RESA
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.
- Jessica Kimmel, CFD, Clarkston Community Schools
- Scott Sawyer, JD, CFO, HRS, Bay City Public Schools
Friend of Education
This special award honors individuals who are dedicated to serving the best interests of education and students.
- David R. Martell
President’s Award
This award is bestowed solely at the discretion of the MSBO Board President.
- Sherry Breault
- Lori Rosier
- Terri Volmering
- Robert K. Dwan, CFO, SFO
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.
- Celena Alsahuri, Bay-Arenac ISD
- Presleigh Jo Derosette, BOM, Fraser Public Schools
- Kari Lada, Carsonville-Port Sanilac Schools
Wally Piper Scholarship
The Wally Piper Scholarship ($3,000) recognizes members pursuing a graduate degree.
- Angie DeGennaro, CFO, East Grand Rapids Public Schools
- Jennifer Grigg, HRS, Saginaw ISD
- Ginger Obermyer, CFO, Harper Creek Community Schools
- Amanda Steele, Ingham ISD