YAY SHAWN HORST! Shawn Horst, an assistant principal for the Center for Innovation at John Rolfe Middle School, is today's "Yay of the Day" honoree! Superintendent Amy Cashwell honored him at Rolfe.
YAYWORTHY:
Nominator Kennesha Walker said:
"Mr. Horst deserves a 'Yay' for his unwavering commitment to supporting both new and veteran teachers with whatever they need throughout the school day. If he doesn't have the answer, he works diligently to find it. He is always supportive of teachers' efforts and maintains a positive outlook, embodying the belief that 'We WILL succeed — there is no other choice.' Mr. Horst makes a significant positive impact by being a role model and a person of his word. His presence in the building is invaluable and his absence is keenly felt. Every day, he demonstrates trustworthiness and makes a positive impact through his actions."
Nominator Megan Parsley said:
"Mr. Horst has unwavering dedication to his team. He's always present with a friendly hello or a well-timed joke, and he brightens everyone’s day with his positive energy. His presence lifts not only his colleagues but also his students, inspiring them to reach for the stars. As a passionate advocate for students, he goes above and beyond, earning well-deserved praise for his commitment. Working alongside Mr. Horst has been an honor, as he continuously challenges teachers and students at the Center for Innovation to think outside the box. Every challenge is met with determination and innovation under his guidance."
Nominator Julia Brown said:
"Mr. Horst is a strong leader and is always positive and upbeat. As a new teacher as of December 2024, I appreciate the check-ins because I know he has a full schedule."
Nominator Kayla Jefferson said:
"Mr. Horst exhibits all of the qualities you'd want in an administrator. He is present, reliable and knowledgeable. Mr. Horst truly has the students' best interests in mind and works hard to advocate for them every single day. He is supportive of staff and will go out of his way to assist you when needed. He perfectly manages to balance supporting both students and staff."
Thank you for all you do, Shawn Horst, to make a positive difference and move HCPS forward!
• No. 78 in a series. Read more at https://www.henricoschools.us/yay-of-the-day.