Judi Yost Facilitator Award of Excellence
The Judi Yost Facilitator Award of Excellence is named after Judi Yost, a long time facilitator for the Lincoln TeamMates program. Judi helped to formalize the role of a facilitator in the early years of the program and continued to serve for more than twenty years.
The “Yostie” is given to individuals who consistently do an exceptional job of overseeing the TeamMates program at their school. Mentors nominate facilitators who provide excellent support and promote a positive mentoring culture in their schools.
2025 Judi Yost Facilitator Award of Excellence Winners
Brenda Parrish, Irving Middle School
Nominating mentors had so many good things to say about Brenda. Here are a few of them:
“Brenda always makes sure every individual is seen and heard.”
“She has such a great energy and a welcoming smile which makes her incredibly easy to talk to and to work with.”
“Her friendliness, always smiling, and support for us in the program.”
“Brenda 100% deserves this award! She sets the standard!”
Sheri Shaal, McPhee Elementary School
Nominating mentors had wonderful things to say about Sheri. Here are a few of them:
“Sheri’s positivity and genuine care for others is her greatest strength.”
“Getting to see Sheri and her smiling face is a bonus I get each week at McPhee.”
“She always has smile and friendly welcome when I arrive and a thanks for coming when I leave.”
“She expresses her appreciation for my time whenever I come. She goes the extra mile.“
2025 Facilitator Award of Excellence Nominees
- Deb Keith – Southeast High School
- James Petersen- Northwest High School
- Tracy Schmidt – Campbell Elementary School
To view previous Facilitator Award of Excellence Winners, please click here.