Abilene Olson, Plymouth Creek's Administrative Professional, was recognized as November's Employee of the Month at the School Board meeting on November 10. Read the full nomination below:
The main office of an elementary school is constantly buzzing. Staff members need supplies, caregivers are
calling for information, and kids are stopping in to say “hello” and grab a snack. Abi consistently models
positivity and professionalism, managing it all with a smile.
Staff members shared the following:
Abi is always so friendly and helpful. Even if she is busy, she will stop what she is doing to help others. She is
often a problem-solver and knows the answers to many questions. The front office runs smoothly because of
her!
She is a positive light in the office for our staff and students. She goes out of her way to support students'
needs when they come to the office and is a big help for me as a teacher.
Abi approaches everything with a positive attitude and is always going above and beyond to help the staff
members in this building. She does very well in high-stress situations as well, and I don't think this school
would be what it is without her.
Each school year brings new challenges, and Abi is always the first person to ask, “How can I help?” Her
willingness to serve in any capacity helps support the flow of the building. She is known to comfort a struggling
student, solve a copy room disaster, celebrate the success of a colleague, place an emergency order, provide
a 1:1 conference to a family requesting information, and put together a newsletter - all in a matter of hours. Abi
is loved and treasured by staff, students, and families. She embodies the spirit of Plymouth Creek and is a
model for each one of us every day.
Congratulations to Abi Olson for being recognized as the Wayzata Public Schools Employee of the Month for
November!