Recognizing Impact Through Our Org Values Awards
At Springfield Prep, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Every day, our staff bring energy, care, and skill to their work with students. Just like we name and celebrate our FIRST Core Values (focus, integrity, respect, self-determination, and teamwork) with students—through shoutouts, narrations, and awards—we’ve also taken time to define the values that guide the adults in our community. This year, we introduced our updated Organizational Values and launched a new way to celebrate them: the Org Value Awards. These awards are a chance for staff to recognize one another and to lift up the people who make this place special.
We proudly honored the following staff members for living out our values every day at our 10-Year Celebration on May 30, 2025.
Great teaching, every day.
Melanie Berube (4th Grade Teacher) Known for her deep content expertise, creative integration of real-world topics, and balance of warmth, humor, and rigor in the classroom.
Great teaching, every day.
Stephany Rodriguez (8th Grade ELA)
A master of literary engagement who holds students to a high bar with love and authenticity and who steps up to every challenge with a mindset of putting kids first.
Great teaching, every day.
Maggie Collins (ESL Coordinator) – A master collaborator and champion for bilingual learners and their families, Maggie makes language learning joyful and inclusive.
Drive towards equity.
Ashley Deleon (6th Grade Math) – Leads her classroom with unwavering belief in every student’s potential and a commitment to inclusive, data-driven instruction.
Embrace challenge.
Haley Oliver (2nd Grade) – From associate teacher to lead teacher, Haley took on new roles with grace and determination, ensuring students continued to thrive, all while balancing other priorities outside of school.
Pursue excellence.
Raheema Reid (7th Grade Math) – Exemplifies a growth mindset, responsiveness to feedback, and dedication to supporting struggling students and providing challenges to those who excel. We’re excited she’ll support alumni next year as our inaugural Alumni Support Fellow!
Strength in community.
Toni Susi (Elementary Associate Teacher) – A connector and team player who builds relationships and supports colleagues across classrooms.
