On May 11, educators and community members came together for the inaugural Youngstown Honors event to recognize Youngstown City School teachers, staff, and administrators.
District employees work tirelessly for our scholars no matter what role they serve. The Youngstown Honors gala was created to celebrate those voted on by their peers to recognize the excellence they foster daily in our district.
Congratulations to all 2023 honorees. We’d also like to thank Crystal Hawthorne, Director of Talent Acquisition, Professional Learning, and Development, who was charged with the event and worked diligently to help make the evening possible.
The district would also like to thank Quickmed Urgent Care for serving as the Shining Star Sponsor. YCSD is also grateful to the countless other sponsors who have given to support Youngstown Honors.
hank you to the Youngstown Board of Education, team YCSD and the community for supporting our colleagues. We look forward to an even bigger event next year!
The 2023 Youngstown Honors Award Recipients
Administrator of the Year
Dr. Martin Freeman
Anthony DeNiro Distinguished Service Awards
Ernest Anderson
Madonna Barwick
Daisy Ocasio-Corso
Shannon Sefcik
Ithica Stewart-Brown
Academic Coach of the Year
Sharon Ragan
Athletic Coach of the Year
Marlon McGaughy
Deb DiFrancesco Principal of the Year
Dr. Maureen Donofrio
Lifetime Achievement Award
John Grahovac
Newcomer (1st Year Teacher) Award
TaNeka Allison
Superintendent’s Volunteer Service Award
Ed Komara Jr.
Teacher of the Year Award
Savanna Boals