Honoring Our Veterans
Honoring Our Heroes
Fort Smith School District's Commitment to Veterans
At FSPS, we recognize the invaluable contributions that military veterans bring to our educational community, and we believe that their unique skills and experiences greatly enhance the educational environment for our students. We honor the sacrifices of our veterans and actively seek their employment within our organization. By employing veterans, we create a diverse and enriched learning environment that fosters a sense of duty, discipline, and dedication.
For information on our veteran-focused initiatives or potential employment opportunities for veterans, please contact Dr. Amy Manley, Director of Recruitment for Human Resources.
FSPS Veteran Employees
- Jeffrey Abernathy
- Steve Arnold
- Sayuri Bartnett
- Sandra Bausley
- Brian Beaver
- Jessica Beshears
- Joshua Bogdon
- Bridget Borges
- Gerald Browning
- Jason Bugeja
- Sunshine Burch
- Denay Burris
- Christopher Chapple
- Jacob Cochenour
- Michael Colbert
- Judy Coleman
- Joseph Cope
- David Courtney
- Mark Crane
- Anthony Cox
- Angelia Daniels
- Kathryn Duncan
- Darryl Franklin
- Elias Galvan
- Lee Gaston
- Clint Gillman
- Matthew Graham
- Neal Hampton
- Penny Harris
- Edward Haswell
- Brandon Hinesly
- Wayne Helms
- Chris Holmes
- Matthew Hominick
- Eric Johnson
- Jeremiah Johnson
- Thomas Johnson
- Rachel Jernigan
- Jeff Judkins
- Robert Klomfas
- Patrick Landers
- Nicholas Lee
- Justin Legris
- Arron Lincoln
- Carissa Malamowski
- Paul Mason
- Brian Mason Pyper
- Alexis Mahan
- Michael Maxwell
- Marin McKee
- Jason Meharg
- Daniel Moreno
- Dr. Emilee Moss
- Melissa Mullin
- Christopher Norwood
- Diego Olivarez
- Kenneth Pollard
- Lydia Quintero
- Darla Sampley
- Amy Scott
- Loren Schmidt
- Shawn Shaffer
- Nathan Skurdahl
- Max Smith
- Darla Sampley
- Scott Stubblefield
- Eric Stuhan
- Mary Sutton
- Craig Tecmire
- Isaac Vest
- Richard Waggoner
- Kelly Waltman
- Todd Watkins
- Ray Whitson
- Todd Winesburg
- Alan Wise
- Justin Williamson
- Gwen Zachary
Why Veterans in Education Matter
Leadership and Discipline
Veterans bring a wealth of leadership experience and discipline acquired during their service. These leadership skills help create a positive and structured learning environment and provide students with strong role models.
Teamwork and Collaboration
Military service emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration. Our veteran educators foster a sense of unity among students and promote cooperative approaches to learning in the classroom.
Adaptability and Resilience
Veterans have faced diverse challenges and have learned to adapt to different situations with resilience. This adaptability is a valuable asset in the dynamic field of education, where flexibility and problem-solving skills are essential.
Utilizing Military Backgrounds to Benefit Students
The unique skill set possessed by veterans is harnessed to benefit students in various ways:
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Mentorship and Guidance: Veterans serve as mentors. Through their life experiences and commitment to service, they set great examples that inspire students to set goals and overcome obstacles.
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Character Education: Veteran educators share essential military-related values such as integrity, perseverance, and respect. These significant qualities contribute to the development of well-rounded individuals and prepare students to become leaders of tomorrow.
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Community Engagement: Veterans are service-minded. They understand the importance of community connection, civic responsibility, and patriotism.
Join Us in Honoring Our Veterans
At FSPS, we invite you to join us in recognizing and celebrating the contributions of our veterans within our district. Together, we are creating an educational environment that values diversity, instills strong principles, and prepares our students for success. THANK YOU to all of our district’s esteemed veterans.
