Morgan Smith named Carl Junction R-1 Teacher of the Year

(From the Carl Junction R-1 School District)

What a special evening celebrating the heart of Carl Junction Schools at our Community & Education Awards Banquet! 

We are incredibly proud to recognize the outstanding individuals who go above and beyond every single day to serve our students, staff, and community.

District & Elementary Teacher of the Year – 2026
Morgan Smith – Intermediate

Secondary Teacher of the Year – 2026
 Abby Adamson – Junior High

Additional Teacher Impact Honorees – 2026
Alexia Miller – Early Childhood & K-1
Candace Vene – Primary (2-3)
Theresa Calandro – High School
Brenden Gubera – High School
Pat Owens Carl Junction Support Staff of the Year – 2026
 

Shawn Tournear – Maintenance
Support Staff Honorees by Building/Department:
K-1: Andrea Spindler – Nurse
Primary (2-3): Laci Reed – Library Aide
Intermediate: Keineth Walter – Health Transport
Junior High: Russell Immesote – JH Tech Office
High School & Custodial: Lindsay Long – HS Lead Custodian
Food Service: Richard Conaway
Transportation: Mike Cook

A huge thank you to our generous award sponsors: Curt & Kristie Crossland, Jennafer Johnson – Edward Jones, and Southwest Missouri Bank for helping make this night possible.

Moments like these remind us how blessed we are to be surrounded by people who pour their hearts into making a difference. It’s a great day to be a Bulldog!