Nebo School District is proud to announce the October PEAK Award recipients! PEAK stands for Positive Energy And Kindness, celebrating employees who go above and beyond to elevate our schools, inspire colleagues, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

Please join us in celebrating these extraordinary staff members:

Rachel Hatch | Science Teacher, Maple Grove Middle School

Rachel embodies dedication, generosity, and excellence. Beyond crafting exceptional science lessons and sharing resources freely with her team, she pours her heart into her school community—designing sets and directing music for the school musical, organizing 6th-grade planetarium trips, and helping colleagues set up classrooms. Her genuine connections leave a lasting mark on students, who frequently return to visit or serve as her TAs.

• Nominated by: Kendall Bosch & Thomas Bawden

Alisha Christensen | Behavior Technician, District Behavior Team

Alisha brings remarkable warmth, patience, and deep professional expertise to every situation. When stepping into a special education classroom, she provided vital stability, navigating complex behavioral challenges to build a safe, trusting environment where students felt truly valued and understood. Her close collaboration with parents and staff turned a challenging transition into a deeply supportive experience for the entire school community.

• Nominated by: Morgan Bulkley, Mike Adams, & Shelly Christensen

Jeff Peterson | Associate Legal Counsel, District Office

Who says legal education can't be fun? Armed with sharp wit, wisdom, and genuine "legal wizardry," Jeff keeps audiences thoroughly engaged—even during presentations on complex topics like GRAMA and copyright law. Beyond his engaging presentations, Jeff serves as a patient, kind, and steady guide through tricky legal matters, making him widely known as the funniest attorney around and a steady ally for district staff.

• Nominated by: Angela Youd, Angela Stoddard, Sydney Sharp, & Jen Jolley

Lois Hardy | Instructional Coach, Brookside Elementary School

Lois is Brookside’s biggest cheerleader and a self-proclaimed data enthusiast whose passion for learning is contagious. She continuously expands her knowledge of curriculum and generously shares her expertise to lift up teachers. Whether tracking student growth or finding creative ways to celebrate school-wide milestones, Lois brings positive energy and kindness to work every single day.

• Nominated by: Lena Bird

Benton Locke | IT Specialist, Multiple Elementary Schools

Supporting technology across multiple elementary schools is no small task, but Benton makes every teacher and staff member feel like their school is his top priority. Highly responsive, patient, and efficient, Benton proactively solves tech dilemmas before they even arise. With an upbeat disposition and a great sense of humor, he effortlessly turns stressful IT problems into quick, seamless fixes.

• Nominated by: Staff members from Foothills, Mt. Loafer, Park View, Taylor, & Wilson Elementary Schools

Thank you to all of our October PEAK Award winners for making Nebo School District a warmer, brighter, and more supportive place to learn and work!