The Aransas Pass ISD Board of Trustees recognized the Panthers and Employees of the Month at their November 10th Regular Board Meeting.
November 2025 Panthers of the Month
Iliza Cole is a 1st grade student at Faulk Elementary. IIiza is an excellent PAX leader who is always willing to make new discoveries. Since the beginning of the year, Iliza has demonstrated a great deal of growth, and she continues to make outstanding progress in all of her classes. In addition to being a student, Iiiza is a leader who is constantly willing to assist both her classmates and her teacher. Great job Iliza!
Robert Flowers is a 4th grader at Charlie Marshall. Robert is a very sweet young man and works very hard in all his subjects . You can also find him helping others who are having a hard time. He is very polite and has never said an unkind word about anyone. Congratulations, Robert!
Skylee Gutierrez is a 6th grader at A.C. Blunt. We are thrilled to recognize Skylee for her exceptional effort and positive attitude in the classroom. Since joining our school, Skylee has adjusted so well, showing resilience and determination every step of the way. Her respectful demeanor and kindness towards others make her a joy to have in class. Always sweet and considerate, Skylee truly embodies the spirit of what it means to be a great classmate and student. Keep up the amazing work Skylee!
Karina Quintanilla is a senior at Aransas Pass High and has one of the best attitudes of any Panther. She always has a smile on her face and a nice word to say. She is one of the most encouraging people at the high school and can often be heard telling staff and students what they need to hear to work out a problem. Karina can be found on Friday Nights cheering for the Panther Football, Volleyball, and Basketball teams and she also serves as the Head Cheerleader. Karina may not know the difference between a chicken wing and a buffalo wing, or be able to say deodorant, but she has a spirit and heart that is contagious and makes people want to be around her and that is why Karina Quintanilla is Aransas Pass High School's November Panther of the Month.
November 2025 Employees of the Month
Stephanie Hunter is a Special Education teacher at Faulk Elementary. Having Mrs. Hunter as a member of the Faulk family has been wonderful for her department and students. She not only goes above and beyond in what she does, but she does it willingly with a loving heart and a compassionate hand. She has gone above and beyond her responsibilities. You are greatly appreciated, Mrs. Hunter, for providing each of our students with the love, attention, and commitment they so well deserve. Congratulations Mrs. Hunter!
Margaret Montemayor is the Receptionist and Attendance Clerk at Charlie Marshall Elementary and has served at Aransas Pass ISD for 26 years. Margaret is dedicated and diligent in everything she does. She demonstrates care and love for all of our students. Congratulations, Margaret, our well-deserved Employee of the Month!
Jennifer Hackfeld is the Art Teacher at A.C. Blunt. We proudly recognize Mrs. Hackfeld for her outstanding dedication and professionalism. Mrs. Hackfeld’s commitment to planning engaging, high-interest lessons keeps students motivated and excited to learn. Known for her dependability and keen attention to detail, Mrs. Hackfeld consistently ensures that every aspect of their work reflects excellence and care. Her integrity and unwavering high expectations for students set a powerful example for both colleagues and learners alike. Thank you for your exceptional contributions to our school community!
Cynthia Brown is a science teacher and has taught at APHS for 3 years. Mrs. Brown teaches the upper-level Earth Science classes and does an amazing job at making her lessons real for her students. Recently, she dissected chicken legs in her class so that her students could see how tendons and muscles connect to one another. This is just one example of how Mrs. Brown not only makes her lessons real for her students, but also makes her class more engaging in a way that makes them excited to be there. She always has a smile on her face and makes real connections with her students in order to build genuine relationships. Her attitude, her work ethic, and her love for her students, are what makes Mrs. Brown the APHS November Employee of the Month.
APISD administration is proud to recognize Blaise Miller as our Employee of the Month. Blaise is constantly dashing around the district, capturing photos and gathering stories that highlight the many outstanding activities and events showcasing our students and staff. Her dedication ensures our community stays informed and connected. In addition, Mrs. Miller has also taken on the role as Safety Co-Coordinator, where she has been instrumental in keeping us compliant and our students and staff safe. APISD administration is honored to have Blaise on our team and proud to celebrate her as our November Employee of the Month. Congratulations, Blaise!
We would like to award Leticia Ramos as the Maintenance & Transportation Department's November Employee of the Month. She goes way above and beyond the work that she does and the assistance that she gives. She is always willing to work where needed without hesitation. Leticia always has a smile to greet you with. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community!