Committee Chairs

Cornerstone committee chairs are an integral part of the awards program. They oversee the selection process, lead the voting process and participate in notification of award recipients at their work location.

Meet the 2026 Cornerstone Awards Committee Chairs

Jeffrey Horstman
Head Custodian at Wildwood Middle

"I am honored to be able to serve as a Cornerstone co-chair. Reading all the nominations and seeing the impact that all these individuals have on our students and community is gratifying. It is nice to witness the celebration of these incredible support staff in our district."

Robin Prado
Telecommunications Technician

"Being part of the Cornerstone Awards committee is so rewarding! We have the lucky privilege to read amazing accounts of great work throughout the district by dedicated and caring support staff. So many go above and beyond every day for our students, teachers and other staff members, and being able to recognize these employees' commitment to our district is truly an honor."

Julia Solter
School Social Worker at Rockwood Valley Middle

"I am honored to be able to serve as a co-chair for the Cornerstone Committee. Rockwood is a wonderful district because of the hardworking and dedicated staff we have. I look forward to reading about just a fraction of the incredible support staff members that go above and beyond each and every day and to see them celebrated by the Rockwood community is something I am proud to be a part of."