SALISBURY — Each month, The Forum of Salisbury honors one classified and one licensed employee as “The Forum of Salisbury Employees of the Month” for the Rowan-Salisbury School System.

These staff members are nominated by students and parents, and the winners receive $250, a six-month membership to The Forum, and a 5-class pass for SoFul Yoga and Wellness at Railwalk.

Certified Staff Member of the Month:

The Forum RSS Certified Staff Member of the Month is Heather Zablocki, a teacher at Koontz Elementary School.

Zablocki was nominated by a parent who said: “My daughter absolutely enjoys going to school. I know it’s because of Mrs. Z. She is very compassionate. She takes her time with the children to understand all of their needs individually. My daughter even calls me Miss Z sometimes which lets me know that she is getting the love and compassion and care that I give her as a mother. This is what every parent wants to feel and know. She is truly amazing!!!! We just love her!!!”

Classified Staff Member of the Month:

The Forum RSS Staff Member of the Month is District Photographer and Social Media Manager Emily Nance.

Nance was nominated by a student who said: “She always goes above and beyond to showcase everything that is happening in the district. She always has a smile on her face, and it’s so contagious, as you can tell from her pictures. Plus, she took some really cute pictures of my friends and me!”