Greenwich Schools Honor 18 Staff Members as November Difference Makers

Eighteen Greenwich Public Schools employees received the November 2026 Difference Maker award. Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones revealed the list of honorees on Monday, November 2, 2026. The group represents every school and district department within the system.

The district presents this recognition monthly to full-time and part-time staff. Jones described the recipients as unsung heroes who have made an overwhelming impact on others. The award recognizes unique commitment and humanitarian spirit. Contributions may stem from a single life-changing event, long-lasting efforts, or daily service to the community.

Principals and district senior leadership officially nominate the candidates. The selection process identifies staff members who have provided exceptional contributions inside and outside of classrooms. The district encourages the public to review the full history of the program on its website.

The November honorees include a mix of teachers, administrators, and support staff. Robert Adams, a building substitute at North Mianus, and Devan Jones, a building substitute at North Street, are among the educators recognized. Deborah Prince, a building substitute at Julian Curtiss, also received the award. Jaqueline Agashe teaches WL/FLES at Hamilton Avenue, while Lauren Feltz serves as an ALP teacher at Parkway.

Other recipients include Shazia Asim, a professional assistant at Cos Cob, and Anna DiStefano, a professional assistant at New Lebanon. Catherine Gunthrope works as a math interventionist at Riverside, and Skyler Silsdorf teaches technology education at Western MS. Nina Weiss is an art teacher at Glenville.

Administrative and support staff also appeared on the list. Carrie Jachimczyk is an administrative assistant to the CFAO at the Central Office. Jaime Powers serves as the accounting coordinator at the Central Office. Anthony Stempien is a senior network specialist at the Central Office. Jennifer Manke is an administrative assistant at the IS at Dundee, and Lauren Showstead is an assistant principal at Central MS.

The list concludes with Devan Jones at North Street, Chris Kralik, a safety and security personnel member at Greenwich High School, Jessica Livingston, a social worker at Old Greenwich, and Meghan Moore, a school counselor at Eastern MS.