The Shamrock Way Staff Awards

The Shamrock Way Awards were created to recognize staff and volunteers who go above and beyond the mission and vision of our district: “Together, inspiring students to think, learn, achieve, and care in a global community.” Staff submitted their nominations, and we received over 100 nominations. The nominations were reviewed by a committee consisting of four on-campus and two off-campus staff members. These awards are given out yearly.

Emerald Staff of the Year

Emerald Shamrock of the Year is Pam Evans. Mrs. Evans is the Food Services Director for Berrien Springs Public Schools.


Teacher of the Year

Teacher of the Year is Catherine Wilcoxen. Ms. Wilcoxen is a 6th grade Math teacher at Berrien Springs Middle School.

Support Staff of the Year

Support Staff of the Year is David Shembarger. Mr. Shembarger supports PBIS and serves as a permanent substitute at Berrien Springs Middle School.


Volunteer of the Year


Volunteer of the Year is Andrea Geates. Mrs. Geates has been a volunteer in our district for many years. In recent years, she has supported the performing arts programs, including band, theatre, and choir, and is a proud parent of two BSHS alumni.

Team of the Year

Team of the Year is Berrien Springs Middle School. Berrien Springs Middle School services grades 6-8.

For more information regarding the Shamrock Way Awards, please contact the Communications office at (269) 471-2891.