23-24 classified employees of the year

And now, the winners for best employees in a supporting role...

JPS employs more than 800 classified staff members and these 17 employees were selected by their colleagues to represent all JPS sites and departments as the 2023-24 Classified Employees of the Year. Not only do these employees play an essential role in the day-to-day operations of the District, they provide vital services to our students, families, and fellow employees. Every day, these employees approach their work with an attitude of positivity, humility, and dedication. They lift up their peers, lead by example, and put the interests of others before their own. These members of the JPS Trojan Family are truly deserving of this recognition!


Emily Collins

Community School Coordinator | East Elementary

Anna Rath

Site Administrative Assistant | Northwest Elementary

Mary Ames

Site Administrative Assistant | Southeast Elementary

Makayla Melton 

Paraprofessional | West Elementary

Brittney Milligan

Site Administrative Assistant | East Intermediate

Janell Gibbs

Administrative Assistant | West Intermediate

Janelle Shelton

Library Media Assistant | Jenks Middle School

Debi Stinson

Registrar | Freshman Academy

Diane McCrackin

Administrative Assistant | Jenks High School

Liz Guinn

Cafeteria Manager | Child Nutrition


Kathryn Innis

Adventure Club Coordinator | Community Education

Brandi Bezenah

Human Resources Specialist | Education Service Center

Patrick Brothers 

Electrician | Facilities Management

Onyx Bonner

District Police Officer | JPS Police Department

Shelby Mitchell

Printer | Printing/Warehousing Services

Andrew Ingle

Technology Data Specialist | Technology

Sarah Sawtell

Bus Driver/Fueler | Transportation

Later this month the District Classified Employee will be selected and announced in April.