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SKWay Awards October 2025
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October 2025 SKWay Awards - Thank you for living the SKWay
Tracy Schneewind
Shoutout to Tracy! She took the time to teach me how to input clock hours, let me practice, answered all my questions, and celebrated my success. Her kindness and support truly lifted me up — a great example of believing in growth and helping others succeed!
GET BETTER EVERYDAY
Award Winner: Tracy Schneewind, Teaching & Learning
Nominated by: Charlene Brown-Burris
Elisa Kahuhu
Elisa has gone above and beyond working in the Social Communications group and her work as a one-on-one aide. She is always smiling and patient as she helps to give her student the best day possible, even doubling as a model for all the costumes he creates.
LOVE PEOPLE
Award Winner: Elisa Kahuhu, South Colby Elementary
Nominated by: Matt Apone
Denise Katzmann
Denise has gone out of her way to mentor and guide a student who is experiencing a lot of changes in her world. Denise has graciously stepped up to be an extra source of support in the lunchroom and even in the classroom when she hears the student struggling. She provides a safe place for the student to talk and helps the student regulate their big emotions. Thanks for looking out for our little shark!
LOVE PEOPLE
Award Winner: Denise Katzmann, Orchard Heights Elementary
Nominated by: Delynn Maples
Pi’llani Wiseman
It is with great enthusiasm that I nominate Pi'Ilani Wiseman for the SK Way Award, under the pillar of Love People. Pi'Ilani is the embodiment of what it means to love and serve others through steadfast dedication, compassion, and deep-rooted care for the South Kitsap community. As a volunteer, Pi'Ilani consistently shows up with warmth and positivity, creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels seen and valued. Her presence is more than helpful—it's transformational.
LOVE PEOPLE
Award Winner: Pi'Ilani Wiseman, Cedar Heights Middle School
Nominated by: Richelle Sherwood
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong and are supported in becoming their best selves. We truly understand the value of a positive, cohesive culture that brings out the best in each of us. Our actions, behaviors, and interactions are all guided by the core values of the SK Way.
The SK Way, is our unique identity and the story of the South Kitsap School District. Each month, we acknowledge and celebrate staff members, students, volunteers, and community members who exemplify our core values.
If you catch a district employee, student, volunteer, or community member exhibiting one of our core values we want to hear about it!
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