Website Excellence Awards
Our school websites do much more than share information—they serve as a trusted source of truth for our students, families, staff, and community. As more people turn to AI and online search for answers, it's more important than ever that the information we publish is accurate, timely, and reflects the great things happening in our schools.
That doesn't happen by accident. It happens because of dedicated website editors who work behind the scenes to keep their school communities informed and connected.
We're honored to recognize a few of those individuals whose commitment to digital communication has made an exceptional impact.
Digital Communications Champion Award
Some of the most important work on a school website happens behind the scenes—keeping information current, embracing new tools, and ensuring families can easily find what they need.
The Digital Communications Champion Award recognizes an outstanding website editor who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to maintaining an engaging, informative, and innovative online presence. Through the adoption of new website features and technology, consistent content updates, and a strong focus on highlighting school activities and achievements, this year's recipient has set a high standard for excellence in school communications.
Please join me in congratulating Khadijah Barr, Website Editor, of Suitland Elementary School, for her outstanding leadership, creativity, and dedication to keeping her school community informed, connected, and engaged.
Digital Front Door Excellence Award
This award celebrates something every family experiences before they ever walk through a school's doors—the school's digital front door.
The Digital Front Door Excellence Award is presented to a school for creating an online presence that is welcoming, engaging, and informative. Through strong visual storytelling, clear staff visibility, and a homepage that effectively connects families with the information they need, Accokeek Academy has set a standard for how schools can build trust and engagement online.
Please join me in congratulating Dr. Judy Adams, Principal, and Donald King, Website Editor, of Accokeek Academy for their outstanding leadership and commitment to connecting with their school community.
Digital Engagement Leadership Award
Our next award recognizes a school that has demonstrated exceptional success in connecting with students, families, and the community through its digital presence.
The Digital Engagement Leadership Award honors a website that consistently engages its audience through timely communication, accessible information, and a strong commitment to keeping its school community informed. By creating an online experience that families rely on and return to throughout the year, this school has established itself as a leader in digital outreach and engagement.
Please join me in congratulating Dr. Gorman Brown, Principal, and Carmen Mack, Website Editor, of Charles Herbert Flowers High School, for their outstanding leadership and dedication to serving their school community online.