6-25-2024 4:36am

BCPS CELEBRATES 10

By: BCPS

On June 12, The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools, Inc., commemorated its 10th Celebration of Excellence anniversary recognizing and showcasing individuals, community partners, and members of the Team BCPS family who advocate, mentor, and provide support and services to our students and educators in Baltimore County Public Schools. These are Champions of Education who have supported, extended, enhanced, and enriched the foundation’s programs and initiatives throughout the 2023-2024 school year and who believe in the next generation.

Event emcees Cindy Jones, at the podium, and Joe Mondell and Kristen Huber

HONORING THE LEGACY OF DR. ROBERT Y. DUBEL

On November 29, 2023, at the age of 98, Dr. Robert Y. Dubel, BCPS superintendent from 1976-1992 passed away leaving a legacy to remember and celebrate.

During his tenure, he made significant contributions to education including building positive relationships, overseeing growth management, championing curriculum enhancements, establishing active community engagement, and implementing innovative programs to meet diverse student needs.

Dr. Dubel, or “Old Bob” as he liked to be called, was one of the foundation’s founding fathers, and as the foundation grew, he became one of its biggest cheerleaders. He was named the Distinguished Honorary Chair of Tee Off for TEAM BCPS Golf Classic, and he visited every twosome/foursome who played, shaking their hands, and capturing the moment with a photo op. He was also honored by former Superintendent Dr. Verletta White at a State of the Schools event for his dedication and service.

Beyond his role as BCPS superintendent, Dr. Dubel’s legacy as a scholar and humanitarian will be remembered by many in the community through his mentorship, ethical leadership, desegregation efforts, community engagement, and embrace of change.

The Dr. Robert Y. Dubel Memorial Award will be awarded annually by the foundation to a scholar, humanitarian, and dedicated educator who is making a positive impact in public education in Baltimore County.

During this, the inaugural year, it was the foundation’s distinct pleasure and an honor to present the Dr. Robert Y. Dubel Memorial Award to BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers. Homer McCall, BCPS chief human resource officer, accepted the award on her behalf and extended her appreciation.

Homer McCall accepting award on behalf of Superintendent Rogers. With Dr. Wooldridge and Debbie Phelps

PRESENTING AND CONGRATULATING THE 2024 CHAMPIONS OF EDUCATION RECOGNITION

2024 Meritorious Service | Joe Mondell - Vice President/Legacy Capital, Scott Rodgville – CPA/ Gorfine, Schiller, and Gardyn, Cindy Whitcomb, Administrative/Fiscal Assistant/ The Education Foundation of BCPS, and in memory of Tom Nowakowski - MedStar Health, Inc. – Recognizing passion, talents, skills, and commitment to excellence and distinguished service.

2024 Volunteer of the Year | Individual | Carin Lazarus - President/CEO Media Star Promotions –Recognizing passion, enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.

2024 Volunteers of the Year | Community Partners | Ravens Roost #52 – Recognizing passion, enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.

2024 Innovation in Education | Community Partners | Clean Green 15: Litter Challenge Committee: Ellen Kobler, Rob Hirsch, Erin Watts, Haley Amini, and Cameron Bechmann from the Baltimore County Office of Environment and Sustainability; and Charles Herndon, Debbie Phelps, Dr. Heather Wooldridge, and Cindy Whitcomb from Baltimore County Public Schools and The Education Foundation – Celebrating a collaborative process, a creative thought, and a new imaginative idea.

2024 the Exchangeree Gizmos & Gadgets Galore Ambassador of the Year | Christie Compeau – Executive Agent/Team Leader NTA: A Horace Mann Company – Recognizing passion, enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.

Scott Rodgville

Carin Lazarus

Ravens Roost #52

Clean Green 15: Little Challenge committee

2024 Innovation in Education - Individual Partners | Owings Mills High School CTE/P-Tech Program - Mike Bennett, Tom Blumenauer, and Jen Filosa – Celebrating a collaborative process, a creative thought, and a new imaginative idea.

2024 Community Impact – Partners | WBAL “Stuff the Bus” Dan Joerres – President/General Manager and Jerome Chester – Director of Programming and Public Affairs Hearst Corporation –Recognizing visionary leaders who facilitate teamwork, transfer challenges into opportunities for success, display exceptional, innovative, and creative collaboration.

2024 Community Impact Partner | The Maryland Book Bank: Mark Feiring - President/CEO and Kim Tabb - Program Manager – Recognizing visionary leaders who facilitate teamwork, transfer challenges into opportunities for success, display exceptional, innovative, and creative collaboration.

2024 Rising Star Board Member of the Year | Nancy Hofmann – Licensed Real Estate Professional Compass – Recognizing exceptional skills and drive to succeed that sets you apart from others and celebrating the commitment to public education.

2024 Leadership | Kristin Huber - Director of Marketing and Operations Advance Business Systems –Recognizing the support of the mission, vision, and goals of the foundation. Demonstrating exceptional qualities and values making exemplary contributions. Is goal-oriented and results driven.

2024 Board Member of the Year | Paul Hume – Principal GWWO Architects/Inc. – Recognizing exceptional lead-by-example leadership and contribution to public education.

Owings Mills High School CTE/P-Tech program

Kristin Huber

PRESENTING AND CONGRATULATING THE 2024 UNSUNG HEROES

The foundation’s Unsung Hero award recipients are committed to a cause, exemplify courage to do the right thing, and consistently strive for excellence in everything that they do. They have a strong work ethic, are dedicated, and exemplify a collaborative spirit. We greatly appreciate the devoted and distinguished service they each provide to so many and for their contribution to building and strengthening our school community…Team BCPS.

Thank you for your dedication, your compassion, and your humility!

American Design Associates | Jim Jones, The Education Foundation of BCPS Board Member and President/CEO ADA, Theresa Alcarese, Mark Hewick, and the entire ADA Team

Baltimore County Public School’s Board of Education | Tiara D. Booker-Dwyer, Chair, Christina Pumphrey, Vice-Chair, Maggie Litz Domanowski, Tiffany Lashawn Frempong, Robin L. Harvey, Julie Henn, Jane E. Lichter, Rod McMillion, Dr. Brenda Savoy, Felicia Stolusky, Emory L. Young, and Kayla Drummond

Baltimore County Public Library | Sonia Alcantara-Antoine, CEO, Ann Beegle, Julie Brophy, Adult and Community Engagement, Linda Frederick, Marketing, and the entire Baltimore County Public Library Team

Battle Monument School | Kyle Martin, Principal, Brandi Corriggio, the Battle Monument School to Work Student Ambassadors, and Team

Danielle Alderson | The Education Foundation of BCPS Board Member and Franchise Owner Chick-fil-A Eastpoint

Jamie Bakert | The Education Foundation of BCPS, Board Member and Secretary

James Longenecker | The Education Foundation of BCPS, Board Member and Chair of the Governance and Board Cultivation Committee

American Design Associates

Kyle Martin, Battle Monument School

Danielle Alderson

Jamie Backert

Joan Pugh | The Education Foundation of BCPS, Board Member and Chair of the Exchangeree Gizmos & Gadgets Galore in Windsor Mill

Douron | Andrew Hux, Erin Stephey, Lainie Troutman, Phillip Dennis, and entire Team

First Financial Federal Credit Union | Eric Church, President/CEO, Stephanie Peltzer, Vice-President, Cindy Jones, Joan Pugh, Jocelyn Strand, and Casey Thomasson

Little Free Library | Little Free Library Headquarters Staff and Dr. Heather Wooldridge

Maiden Choice School | Kathryn Wess, Principal, Trinette Brown, Jenifer Holsey, Abigail Karey, Andrew Meade, Emily Smith, School to Work Student Ambassadors and entire Team.

St. Elizabeth School | Deron Harding, Collette Mallon, School to Work Student Ambassadors and entire Team.

State Farm Mutual Automotive Insurance Company | Christinia Pumphrey

Susan & Bill Goodhand | the Exchangeree: Gizmos & Gadgets Galore – Windsor Mill

Gwen Wheatley | the Exchangeree: Gizmos & Gadgets Galore – Windsor Mill

Linda & Steve Alpin | the Exchangeree: Gizmos & Gadgets Galore – Rosedale/Golden Ring

Sandy & Jack Bauer | the Exchangeree: Gizmos & Gadgets Galore – Rosedale/Golden Ring

Tom LeRoux | the Exchangeree: Gizmos & Gadgets Galore – Rosedale/Golden Ring

Merritt Companies | Scott Dorsey, President/CEO

Joan Pugh

Douron

Maiden Choice School

Bill and Susan Goodhand and Gwen Wheatley

PRESENTING AND CONGRATULATING THE 2024 BEHIND THE SCENES AWARD RECIPIENTS

There are individuals that work diligently behind the scenes contributing significantly to an organization’s success. The “Behind the Scenes” award recipients are consistent performers, and their contributions ensure the smooth functioning of various processes. The foundation appreciates the devoted and distinguished service they each provide to so many and their contribution to building and strengthening the school community.

Their work does not go unnoticed…thank you!

Lora Nall | Gorfine Schiller Gardyn

Gboyinde Onijala | BCPS Department of Communications and Community Outreach

Jennifer Drury | BCPS Department of Communications and Community Outreach

Brian Hiles | BCPS Department of Communications and Community Outreach

Diana Spencer | BCPS Department of Communications and Community Outreach

Nik Buckler, Supervisor, Aaron Brooks, Supervisor, Brad Balladarsch, Rodney Fauver, Bob Garrett, Kevin McCaskill, Tony Peace, Enrique (Henry) Garcia, Joe Gossage, Joseph Janeczek, and Marvin King | BCPS Office of Facilities, Operations, and Logistics

Brenda Stiffler | BCPS, Sr. Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Erin Seabolt | BCPS, Sr. Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff

Ellen Kobler and Jen Drury

Brian Hiles

Diana Spencer

BCPS Office of Facilities, Operations, and Logistics

THANK YOU TO OUR HOSTS, FIRST FINANCIAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (FFFCU)

Hosting the day’s celebration and annual meeting held in Hansen Hall, we recognize and extend much appreciation to our FFFCU partnership. Thank you, President /CEO Eric Church, Vice-President Stephanie Peltzer, and FFFCU professionals for your ongoing and continuous support.

We along with Team BCPS are very fortunate to have this state-of-the-art meeting space to utilize throughout the year…thank you!

ABOUT THE CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE

Cindy Jones, the foundation’s president and FFFCU’s sr. youth outreach manager, and Kristen Huber, the foundation’s 1st vice-president and Advance Business Systems’ director of marketing and operations, served as mistresses of ceremonies, along with Joe Mondell, the foundation’s vice-president of advancement and vice-president of Legacy Capital, who served as master of ceremonies.

This annual celebration and recognition ceremony began in 2014-2015, when the foundation honored four individuals with accolades where this our 10th anniversary the foundation celebrated and recognized over one hundred plus champions of education along with the Honor Roll of Greenwood Society Legacy Leaders. The Greenwood Society is an exclusive cadre of business and community leaders committed to investing in Baltimore County by supporting outstanding education for its children and youth.

Following the ceremony the final business meeting of the board of directors was conducted closing out this fiscal year.

More photos from the event can be found in a Flickr album.