OAESA selects one school secretary from across Ohio each year who epitomizes the highest standards of commitment, dedication and service to their school.
She was nominated by J.F. Burns Principal Cheryl Montag, who described Kassner as trustworthy, confidential, caring, respectful and empathetic. She has built a reputation as someone on the “cutting edge of technology and eager to learn” with a sense of humor and contagious laugh.
Kassner will be recognized during the OAESA conference in June.
The Today’s Pulse found out more about Kassner, who has worked in the Kings Local School District for 15 years. She previously worked for American Fidelity Insurance and Sycamore Schools.
Q: Why did you become a school secretary?
A: I love to be around children, doing clerical work and organizing.
Q: What do you enjoy most about your job?
A: Every day is different and exciting.
Q: How does it feel to have been named the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators Secretary of the Year?
A: I feel so very honored to have received this award. Winning this was only possible because of my staff, parents and students, and the fact that I love what I do every single day.
Q: What are some of your hobbies?
A: I love to read and travel.
Q: What is something people may not know about you?
A: I have walked on the equator and visited the Galapagos Islands and the Amazon Rainforest.
Q: Can you share a little about your family?
A: I was fortunate to be able to stay home with my three boys until they entered school. It was important to me to be home when they were. My sons are all successful young men, and I'm so proud of them. I am the grandmother of two, Paxton and Catalina, and will be having twin grandchildren in the fall.
Q: What are others saying about Kassner?
J.F. Burns student Paige Alford: "Mrs. Kassner is always there to greet us and make sure we stay safe and behave until the bell rings."
Contact this contributing writer at lisa.knodel@gmail.com.
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