At the Dec. 14 meeting of the Riverhead Central School District Board of Education, the district held its monthly Blue Waves Recognition and Appreciation Program Ceremony facilitated by Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Personnel Dr. Lori Koerner.
As part of the ceremony, the four esteemed Riverhead staff members were honored for their outstanding work and commitment to the students and staff of the district.
The month of December honorees are Aquebogue Elementary School maintenance mechanic Claude Pragliola, who was honored for his incredible dedication, hard work and selflessness, which is a model for collaboration and compassion; bilingual neighborhood aide Daniela Perez, who was recognized for her compassion, multilingualism and effort she puts forth in helping others; social worker Rafaela Vasquez, honored for her cheerful attitude and effortless efficiency and Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics Brian Sacks, recognized for his positivity and optimism in the workplace and the work he does supporting the efforts of his fellow staff members.
To earn recognition through the monthly Blue Waves Recognition and Appreciation Program, staff members submit a form nominating a fellow colleague for their extraordinary work as a staff member of the Riverhead Central School District.