Congratulations to Principal Ann Smith who was recognized as the FCPS 2022 Region 3 Outstanding Principal and one of the five finalists for the FCPS Outstanding Principal at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 8th.

Ann is a selfless, optimistic, pragmatic leader who focuses on supporting all stakeholders in her school community. As the assistant principal and now principal of Key Center School, Ann has always supported her staff, leading them to resourcefully teach adapted curriculum content while managing behavioral and medical needs. Her leadership encourages a safe, caring, engaging, and meaningful educational environment. Ann is a hands-on leader who relies on her training to personally assist during behavioral crisis events and during medical emergencies. Two parent accolades include: “As the school's main cheerleader, Ann encourages and supports students in achievement of individualized goals.” and “It has always been clear to me that Ann drives the environment at this place that we love.”

• View Principal Smith's recognition on the FCPS website

Congratulations also to our other Key Center staff members recognized at FCPS Honors!

Outstanding Secondary New Teacher School-level Recipient

• Shannon Hacker, Severe Disabilities Teacher

Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee School-level Recipient

• Nora Brosnan, Public Health Training Assistant

Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee School-level Recipient

• Katherine A. Huynh, Speech Language Pathologist

Outstanding Secondary Teacher School-level Recipient

• Elizabeth Ganley, Severe Disabilities Teacher

Thank you to Helly Ahmadyar for all of their hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison!