FEPS established the Legacy Awards in 2008 to honor outstanding teachers, staff, students, volunteers, alumni and community members who contribute to the success and excellent reputation of our school district.
“We are thrilled to continue recognizing the wonderful leaders contributing to the success of Eden Prairie Schools,” said Lisa Sisinni, FEPS Executive Director. “This program will allow us to shine a spotlight on individuals who are passionate about and dedicated to advocating for Eden Prairie students.”
The 2026 Legacy Award Winners
Teacher of the Year (6th Grade – TASSEL)
Andy Malone, Social Studies, Central Middle School
Erin Webster, 8th Grade English/Language Arts, Central Middle School
Teacher of the Year (Early Childhood – 5th Grade)
Jessica Premo, Special Education, Prairie View Elementary School
Staff Member of the Year (6th Grade – TASSEL)
Hani Abdi, Somali Cultural Liaison, Eden Prairie High School
Staff Member of the Year (Early Childhood – 5th Grade)
Debbie Plager, Literacy Para and Former Kindergarten Teacher, Forest Hills Elementary School
Volunteer of the Year
Jessica Engelstad, Forest Hills PTO
The 2022 Legacy Award Winners
Teacher of the Year (Early Childhood – 5th Grade): Jeff Thelen, 3rd Grade – Forest Hills Elementary
Teacher of the Year (6th Grade – Tassel): Eric Hanson, 7th Grade – Central Middle School
Volunteer of the Year: Krystal Caron – Early Childhood and Forest Hills PTOs
Alumnus/Community Leader of the Year: Anne Byrne
Staff Members of the Year: Amy Antilla, School Nurse – Oak Point and Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion Elementary Schools Martin Eckman, Custodian/Bus Driver – Cedar Ridge Elementary School Linda Yelland, Social Worker – Central Middle School
The 2022 Legacy Award winners were honored at the FEPS Virtual Red and Black Gala on March 12, 2022.
