Carla J. Nigro Spirit Award Winner

 

 The 2017-18 Carla J. Nigro Spirit Award was presented to Kristi Kelly, school psychologist out of Glenwood. Kristi has worked with the agency since 1989. She was nominated by several people, including LEA and AEA staff. Quotes from her multiple nominations include the following:

“She is often referred to as the child whisperer as she has such a calming spirit, but can be very direct with students who need that extra push to do their best each day.”
“She pushed me to go the extra mile when I was ready to give up on parents or was feeling hopeless with students.”
“Kristi has a magical way of building relationships, especially with the most challenging parents.”
“Her level of patience and persistence is like none other I have ever seen.”
“Kristi made me a better professional and for that I will be forever in her debt.”
“Everyone loves Kristi – she brightens everyone’s day.”
“She is very positive and never gives up on a child.”

   The Carla J. Nigro Spirit Award is an annual award that acknowledges a GHAEA special education
representative (school psychologist, school social worker or special education consultant),who
exemplifies Carla’s spirit in his/her daily work with students, parents, teachers and coworkers. Carla was a school psychologist, who passed away in 2010 from cancer. Carla always demonstrated a positive outlook, friendly nature and a passion for helping others. Congratulations Kristi!