The Outstanding Educator Award was created to recognize individuals who have provided outstanding educational opportunities for children and youth that are beyond the normal scope of their jobs to make the learning environment fun, beneficial, and challenging. 

Dave Baldock is our band teacher here at Kentridge. He is admired, respected, and appreciated by his peers, administrators, parents, and most importantly, his students.  His easy going style complements his strong leadership skills, his tremendous talent as a musician, and his uncanny ability to relate so authentically with his students.  He encourages students to work at their highest level.  He supports the serious minded music student with the AP Music Theory class and continually seeks and finds unique opportunities for recordings, competitions, and festival participation for all of his students.

The Golden Acorn Award is offered by the Washington State PTA in recognition of a volunteer(s) for his/her dedication and service to children and youth.  It recognizes volunteer service “above and beyond” a particular job description. 

Allyson is an outstanding volunteer, not only at Kentridge, but also at the other schools her children attend.  Allyson has served this year as the PTSA Co-President, but she has also held almost every position on the board at one time or another.  She works easily with staff, parents, and students and supports and encourages others at all times.  She is an effective leader that has given much time and talent toward the betterment of our Kentridge community.   

Carl is married to Allyson and supports her work in every way imaginable.  He is behind the scenes at almost every PTSA function.  He willingly gives of his time and resources to assure success of the PTSA programs.  He transports and sets up equipment, tables, signs, etc. and often gives technical support with spreadsheets, programs, reports, etc. that are used in our various programs. 

The Outstanding Advocate Award, established in 2004 by the Washington State PTA, recognizes and honors individuals for their dedicated service and advocacy work on behalf of children and youth.  

Mary Ann and Ed have served the KR community for years, most recently as the trusted and valuable assistants to Jennifer Grajewski and the drama program.  These two do a little bit of everything and do it all very well!  Countless hours are donated to set building, costume and prop procurement and preparation, lobby design, ticket sales, publicity, and overall management of the theater volunteer team.  They have both served as chaperones on choir trips for the past four years and Mary Ann’s training as a registered nurse has proven to be an invaluable asset when medical needs presented themselves.