Congratulations to Montlake Office Assistant Missy Pody, SPS All Star Award Winner!

We are thrilled to share the news that Missy Pody our incredible Office Assistant at Montlake Elementary, has won an SPS All Star Award!

From the article:

Missy Pody, Office Assistant – Montlake Elementary 

If you ask any student at Montlake Elementary what Missy Pody does, the answer is simple: “everything.” And they wouldn’t be wrong. As the school’s office assistant, Missy is the heartbeat of Montlake—an ever-present source of support, kindness, and calm in the daily rhythm of school life. 

Missy’s nomination stood out for her unmatched dedication and the way she makes every student feel seen and cared for.  

Whether it’s helping a child find a lost water bottle, guiding them to the right classroom, or calling parents with just the right tone when a student is sick, Ms. Pody handles it all with grace and warmth. She’s the person who keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes—and always with a smile. 

“There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think how lucky we are to have Missy Pody on staff at Montlake Elementary,” said parent Rebecca Gerben. Her presence is a gift to the entire school community. 

Congratulations, Missy, and THANK YOU for all you do for Montlake!

Read the full article and learn about the SPS All Star Awards here: https://www.seattleschools.org/news/sps-all-star-awards/