The School District of Lee County is proud to announce Peggy Quinn has been selected as the 2025 School Related Employee of the Year. Quinn is Media Paraprofessional at Trafalgar Middle School. She was recently surprised by Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin, School Board members, District administrators and school staff with her award.
“This is my home,” Quinn said after being surprised. “I Love the people. I love the kids. I’ve loved every job I’ve had. I loved watching the girls play soccer. I generally really do love my job.”
Quinn is a 30 year employee of the School District. The last 26 years have been dedicated to the students at Trafalgar Middle School. She does whatever is needed to make each day a success.
“Peggy exemplifies dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to our students and staff,” said Trafalgar Middle School Assistant Principal Dawn Beckman. “Her ability to build strong, trusting relationships across all areas of our school community has made her an invaluable asset. Her work goes far beyond her job title, impacting every corner of our school through her warm personality, high standards, and willingness to support others in any way possible.”
The School Related Employee of the Year represents the thousands of dedicated staff members that work in Lee County Schools every day. They are the bus drivers, technical support staff, social workers, helping teachers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, cafeteria staff, custodians and more. School administrators nominated deserving support personnel. A selection committee of school and district leadership reviewed nomination forms, commendations received, and continuing education and training courses completed by nominees to select the award recipient.
Quinn will be formally recognized by the School Board of Lee County for her award in February. Her nomination will be forwarded to the Florida Department of Education for state School Related Employee of the Year competition. The School District of Lee County would like to thank Suncoast Credit Union for sponsoring the School Related Employee of the Year recognition.