Staff of the Year 2026
Celebrating Excellence in Action
Catapult Learning Staff of the Year (SOTY) recognizes the most outstanding educators and staff who go above and beyond in creating brighter futures for our students, through our evidence-based programs. Each year, the SOTY awards name regional, territory, and overall winners for Teacher of the Year and Support Professional of the Year. Meet the educators and staff behind the impact—and see how excellence is defined at Catapult Learning.
Overall Staff of the Year Winner
Coming soon . . .
Territory Winners
Teacher of the Year
Miriam Santos-Amador
Midwest Territory
Edward Carlin
Mid-Atlantic Territory
Ivy Nedzweckas Dealey
Northeast Territory
Mary Kaperzinski
South & West Territory
Support Professional of the Year
Amber Diaz
Midwest Territory
Destiny Alvarado
Mid-Atlantic Territory
Jo Don Orimaco
Northeast Territory
Lorna Gardon
South & West Territory
Regional Winners
Teacher of the Year
Support Professional of the Year
See Previous Winners
