The Wildermuth Award for Excellence in Education was created to reward an educator in the School District of Fort Atkinson for exemplary work in the area of education.  The recipient of the award may be a teacher, media specialist, school counselor, school social worker, school psychologist, or other certified staff member.

The Fort Atkinson Community Foundation, the School District of Fort Atkinson, and the Fort Atkinson Education Association sponsor this award that is given in memory of Ron Wildermuth, former Director of Instruction.  This annual award is presented each fall at the staff convocation program.  Ron’s family requested this particular occasion because Ron was very involved with the orientation program every year.

Teachers, administrators, community members, parents, and students can submit nominations, which will be accepted through Friday, April 5. If you wish to nominate an educator for this award, please return your completed nomination form to Amy Oakley at the Luther Administration Offices by the April 5th deadline.  Nomination forms are available in each school office and on the SDFA website (www.fortschools.org).

According to the guidelines that have been established, the committee will consist of the following members, with each serving a three-year term.

• Six teachers, one representing each building

• One administrator

• One community member

• Previous year’s award recipient

If you would like further information about the Wildermuth Award, please contact Amy Oakley, Wildermuth Committee Chair at the District’s Administrative Offices, 920-563-7802 or Email Amy Oakley.

Every team member plays a role in teaching and learning and is valued here at the School District of Fort Atkinson. The Support Staff Award For Excellence in Education was created to reward a non-certified staff member for their outstanding work in our schools. 

The positive impact one team member can have on students and staff is infinite. We are so fortunate to have so many dedicated and passionate team members within our buildings. The Support Staff Award is awarded annually at the SDFA Fall Convocation. 

If you wish to nominate someone for this award, please return your nomination form to Lisa Hollenberger at the Luther Central Office by the April 5th deadline. If you have questions, please call 920-563-7804.

To submit a form electronically:

• Open the Support Staff Award Nomination Google Doc

• Click 'File' then 'Make a Copy'

• Fill out your form, then Email Lisa Hollenberger or Email Christine Nichols

Printed copies are also available in each school's main office.

Past Recipients:

• 2022-23 Mary Baldwin

• 2021-22 Krissy Weidenfeller

• 2020-21 Nutrition Services

• 2019-20 Zach Neiger

• 2018-19 Delanie Zimdars

• 2017-18 Joan Gozy

• 2016-17 Pedro Perez

• 2015-16 Jane Humes

• 2014-15 Nancee Burge

• 2013-14 Narda Mack

• 2012-13 Stella Kleinschmidt

• 2011-12 Karen Hetts