Congratulations to Custodian Julio Ramirez Rivera who was recognized at the annual FCPS Honors event as the 2019 Region 1 Operational Employee and one of six finalists for this year's Outstanding Operational Employee Award!

Dedicated, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented are just some of the words used to describe Mr. Ramirez Rivera. In his short time at Herndon High School, Mr. Ramirez Rivera has impressed the faculty and staff with his hard work ethic and positive demeanor. As a Herndon High School graduate, Mr. Ramirez Rivera constantly strives to give back to the school that once gave him so much. Mr. Ramirez Rivera meets all work requests with a smile on his face and eagerness to help others. He is constantly going above and beyond the task at hand and is the first person to offer his assistance. His colleagues are excited to see what the future has in store for such a motivated and assiduous member of Fairfax County Public Schools.

• See Mr. Ramirez Rivera's page on the FCPS website.

Congratulations also to the other Herndon High School staff members recognized at FCPS Honors!

Outstanding Secondary New Teacher School and Pyramid-level Recipient

• Lauren Spector, Family and Consumer Science Teacher

Outstanding Secondary Teacher School and Pyramid-level Recipient

• Yasmin Petras, History & Social Studies Teacher

Outstanding Leader School-level Recipient

• Michelle Campiglia, Assistant Principal

Outstanding Principal School-level Recipient

• Liz Noto

Thank you to Michael Gillespie for all of his hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison!