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2012 Staff Awards, Part V

August 16, 2012 in Accolades, Accolades - LMS, News by
Join us this summer as we spotlight our 2012 Staff Award winners. In our fifth post, we honor Melissa Levison, who is recognized as “The Innovator – Changes Making a Difference.”

Melissa Levison

Melissa plays a unique role in enabling others to excel. She is a masterful teacher, and is willing to change tack, take huge but calculated risks, and stick her neck out when she believes the result will be more kids learning more. This is exemplified in her masterful teaching practice that others clamor to observe via learning walks; in her professional reputation- others seek her out for ideas; and in her positive ability to deliver new information (TPEP, NBPTS).

Melissa’s impact is clear, and other teachers ask to observe her teach so they are able to emulate her greatness. She is well-received on district committees and exhibits an easy, collegial presence even during taxing conversations. Staff members hold her in the highest regard; she is adored by students and parents alike. Melissa is committed to others’ growth both in her duties here in the district and in other endeavors within the community.


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Every effort is made to ensure that all employment decisions are administered in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity. The Camas School District #117 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Rita Pakenen, Title IX and Compliance Coordinator, and Dana Lighty. Both may be contacted at 360-335-3000 or 841 NE 22nd Avenue, Camas, WA 98607.