The Spring Branch ISD Council of PTAs recently gathered for its annual Founders Day dinner to recognize the leaders, educators and volunteers who strengthen our schools through advocacy, partnership and service.
The evening celebrated award nominees, announced the 2026 School Bell Award recipient and honored SBISD educators and volunteers with Texas PTA Honorary Life Membership and Extended Service Awards.
Each year, the School Bell Award recognizes an outstanding SBISD staff member who advances the mission of PTA and advocates for all children. The honor reflects PTA’s enduring commitment to protecting the safety, health and well being of students, strengthening family school partnerships and supporting strong public education.
2026 School Bell Award Recipient - Coach Lance Mosby, Stratford High School (SHS)
Some individuals serve loudly. Others serve steadily. Coach Lance Mosby serves with consistency, humility and heart.
Originally connected to SHS as a parent, Coach Mosby entered education after more than 30 years running his own business. What began as substitute teaching quickly evolved into a full time role. It did not take long for students, families and colleagues to recognize the depth of his commitment.
In moments of crisis, he leads with calm. When a student experienced a medical emergency, Coach Mosby administered first aid, remained present until paramedics arrived and later went to the hospital to support the family. His message was simple and clear: the child’s well being mattered most.
When restrooms needed repair, he quietly used his off periods to walk the building with tools in hand, fixing what he could and easing the load on custodial staff. No announcement. No spotlight. Just service.
When help was needed on the baseball field, he stepped forward again. Parents consistently share that he teaches far more than athletics. He models integrity, composure and accountability. He connects personally with students and earns trust through authenticity.
Colleagues describe him as someone who simply asks, “What’s next?” and steps in wherever needed.
For his steady leadership, compassion and commitment to students, Coach Lance Mosby was named the 2026 SBISD School Bell Award recipient.
Texas PTA Honorary Life Membership and Extended Service Awards
One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was the recognition of the Texas PTA Honorary Life Membership and Extended Service Award recipients.
These are among the highest honors bestowed by Texas PTA. They recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and made a lasting impact within their school communities.
These volunteers and leaders give generously of their time, talent and energy to ensure students experience safe, supportive and enriching learning environments. Their work strengthens campuses today and builds momentum for the future.
Buffalo Creek Elementary
Lan Dang
Carrmilla Young
Bunker Hill Elementary
Rebecca Alsup
Lauren Cole
Lauren Hufford
Dawson Krejci
Lindsey Martin
Lauren Nye
Kristen Parks
Olivia Porter
Cornerstone Academy
Yael Garcia
Chris Ogle
Holly Saunders
Frostwood Elementary
Lisa Freeman
Sophie Magness
Katie Nabors
Betsy Sodolak
Rick Wolfean
Hunters Creek Elementary
Elizabeth Gardner
Amy Polidori
Ashley Weathers
Olivia Wolcott
Meadow Wood Elementary
Leah Brown
Annie Ikes
Jamie Kelley
Katie Mayeaux
Jennifer McKnight
Memorial Drive Elementary
Bran Battista
Juliana Bihlet
Whitney Bolling
Elizabeth Crawley
Chloe Hotze
Audra Jain
Amber Lewis
Chad Mabry
Mimi Meacham
Jill Naponic
Emily Saab
Michelle Williams
Memorial High School
Carol Andrews
Craig Cripps
Jennifer Mikes
Vincent Quinones
Emily Sperandio
Kristi Thibaut
Memorial Middle School
Gabriela Arreola
Bridgette Bilski
Andrea Bishop
Deziree Green
Katherine Gring
William Ivins
Allison Kohtz
Stephanie Sparks
Nottingham Elementary
Becky Hagan
Sara Moore
Shelley Schneider
Lindsey Strickland
Sajida Zaidi
Pine Shadows Elementary
Rachel Bickar
Rummel Creek Elementary
Bryan Bayliss
Amanda Cantley
Whitney Casey
Tanja Hendrick
Lynn Jacobs
Lissette Jenkins
Shauna Nafziger
Charlotte Sprague
Amy Stephens
Juan Vazquez
Spring Branch Middle School
Amy Killian
Nicole Kirk
Shelley McCain
Catherine Pavone
Spring Forest Middle School
Heather Craig
Linda Dang
Nicole Knutsen
Pam Townsend
Bridget Williams
Stratford High School
Sydney Bermack
Susan Boessling
Dominique Harvey
Christine Oliphant
Jen Perroni
Terrace Elementary
Caroline Clay
Kim Hummel
Valley Oaks Elementary
Brittney Ford
Allison Gebauer
Danielle Kilpatrick
Devin Mendoza
Rechal Monge
Amy Potts
Angie Puskac
Westchester Academy for International Studies
Sarah Bernadac
Elizabeth Heil
Hang Holley Nguyen
Wilchester Elementary
Linley Dieringer
Courtney Robertson
Melissa Treadway
School Bell Nominees by Campus:
Buffalo Creek Elementary PTA – Diana Soria Rodriguez, Media Center Assistant
Bunker Hill Elementary PTA – Claire Hemphill, 2nd Grade Teacher
Cedar Brook Elementary – Clarissa Steward, 1st Grade Teacher
Cornerstone Academy PTA – Hallie Gartner, 8th Grade Science Teacher
Edgewood Elementary – Gabriela Arenas, Counselor
Frostwood Elementary PTA – Jermaine Hudson, Health Fitness Instructor
Hunters Creek Elementary – Jessica Singletary, SSC/RTL/504 Coordinator
Meadow Wood Elementary PTA – Mrs. Hilari Vaquiz, 4th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Memorial Drive Elementary – Jordan Nguyen, Head Health & Fitness Instructor
Memorial High School PTA – Stephanie Jackson, Counselor
Memorial Middle School – Melinda Witzenman, Algebra Teacher
Nottingham Elementary PTA – Kinsey Yepez, Kindergarten Teacher
Pine Shadows Elementary PTA – Lorena Palacio-Ward, 5th Grade Teacher
Rummel Creek Elementary PTA – Officer Janet Heath, Campus Resource Officer
Sherwood Elementary – Claudia Reyes, 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher
Spring Branch Middle School – Sofia Lopez (Garcia), Spanish Teacher
Spring Forest PTA – Christian Montegut, Social Studies Teacher
Spring Oaks PTA – Daniel Delmore, Science Teacher
Spring Woods High School – Lisa Henkel, ESL Reading Teacher
Stratford High School PTSA – Lance Mosby, Teacher and Coach
Terrace Elementary – Hayley Davis, Principal
Valley Oaks Elementary School PTA – Aaron "Maestro" Krouse, K-5 Music Teacher
Westchester Academy for International Studies PTA – Jacquelyn Phillips, IB Coordinator
Wilchester Elementary PTA – Kristie Shankles, 3rd Grade Language Arts Teacher
Sponsored by the SBISD Council of PTAs, the annual Founders Day dinner honors volunteers and educators who strengthen the connection between home and school. The Council represents thousands of families and remains an active grassroots partner in advancing the success of SBISD students.
The message of the evening was clear. When families and schools work together, students thrive.