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Box Elder Middle School Names October Staff Appreciation Winners

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Box Elder Middle School Names October Staff Appreciation Winners
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Box Elder Middle School announced its staff appreciation winners for October 2026. The school's recognition program honors outstanding faculty and staff members for their contributions to the school community.

Key takeaways

  • Mary Kay Johnson and Kayleen Lee were named October 2026 staff appreciation winners at Box Elder Middle School.
  • Mary Kay Johnson was recognized as a teacher, while Kayleen Lee was recognized as an Education Support Professional.
  • The school previously honored Maria Brana and LeAnn Nelson during an appreciation event on April 27, 2026.
  • Box Elder Middle School is located in Brigham City, Utah, and is part of the Box Elder School District.
  • The district maintains a policy of ensuring a school atmosphere free from harassment, bias, or discrimination.

Box Elder Middle School announced Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, that Mary Kay Johnson and Kayleen Lee have been named the school's October staff appreciation winners. The recognition comes as part of an ongoing initiative to honor faculty and staff for their contributions to the student body and school environment.

October Award Recipients

According to a statement released by Superintendent Steven Dabb on Oct. 19, 2026, Mary Kay Johnson was honored in her role as a teacher. Lee, an Education Support Professional (ESP), was also recognized for her work at the Brigham City school.

In the announcement, Dabb thanked the recipients for the work they perform to make the school and its students amazing. The school, located at 18 S. 500 E. in Brigham City, utilizes these awards to celebrate staff members who contribute to the school's mission of empowering all students to succeed.

Previous Recognition Efforts

The October honors follow a similar recognition program held earlier in the year. On April 27, 2026, the school also recognized staff members for their dedication to the school community.

During that April 27, 2026, appreciation event, Maria Brana was named a winner in the category of teacher. LeAnn Nelson, an Education Support Professional (ESP), was also selected as a winner for her contributions to the school.

District Mission and Values

Box Elder Middle School is part of the Box Elder School District, which maintains a mission dedicated to upholding a school atmosphere free of any form of harassment, bias, or discrimination.

The district's official mission and values emphasize an inherent duty for all individuals to treat others with dignity and kindness. The school's administrative leadership, including Superintendent Steven Dabb, oversees these appreciation initiatives and the broader mission of student success.

School Mission and Standards

The school continues to provide resources for community connection, including links to civil rights disclosures and fraud reporting. The school's mission remains focused on empowering all students to succeed through a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

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