There is no better way to thank a favorite teacher or volunteer than to nominate them for one of our two annual PTSA awards: Golden Acorn and Outstanding Educator Awards.  

KiMS PTSA Awards

Kirkland Middle School PTSA presents two awards annually. Please note that past recipients cannot be given the same award again.

• Golden Acorn - Presented to a volunteer in recognition of dedication and service to students within our school and community. 
• Outstanding Educator Award - Presented to individual who made significant contributions to enhance the educational outcomes of KiMS students. An educator is not limited to a teacher and may be defined as a teacher, assistant, specialist, support staff, administrator or community member.

Golden Acorn Award

Presented to a volunteer in recognition of dedication and service to students within our school and community. A contribution to the Washington State PTA Scholarship Program is made in the name of the recipient.

Past Recipients:

• Michelle Janson & Karee Oliver - 2022
• Cheryl Geels - 2020
• Janis Rabuchin - 2019
• Yvonne Holecek  & Karem Planas - 2018
• Dan Olson - 2017
• Jacob Earl  & Karen Tipp - 2016
• Jim Glickert & Johnmichael Monteith - 2015
• Hae Sue Park - 2014
• Lina Kramer & Sarah Stone - 2013

Outstanding Educator Award

Presented to individual who went well beyond normal expectations to make the learning environment fun, beneficial, and challenging. A contribution to the Washington State PTA Scholarship Program is made in the name of the recipient.

Past Recipients:

• Riley Roth - 2022
• Danielle Potter & Cameron Stedman - 2021
• Debbie McCarson & Liz Haggerty - 2020
• Michael Lundquist - 2019
• Sara Ward & Carol Hinrichs - 2017
• Kevin Hakes-Miller - 2016
• Lou Rosen - 2015
• Janette Gatbunton - 2014
• Tari Stotesbery & Lisa BaughnSmith - 2013