The Aransas Pass ISD Board of Trustees recognized the Panthers and Employees of the Month at their March 23rd Regular Board Meeting.
March 2026 Panthers of the Month
Maritza Arredondo is a kindergarten student at Faulk Elementary. We are proud to recognize Maritza Arredondo as our Panther of the Month! Every day, Maritza comes to school with a bright attitude and a smile on her face. Maritza shows us what it means to be a true Panther through her kindness, positivity, and willingness to support others. She truly represents Panther Pride through her actions each and every day.
Kiana Ortiz is a 3rd grader at Charlie Marshall. Kiana is a shining example of what it means to be a PROUD Panther at CMES. She is dedicated to achieving her goals in her education as well as her social life. She is always willing and able to be a teacher helper by reminding students of how they can better themselves meet expectations. She continually comes to school with a positive mindset to make sure not only she learns, but her classmates learn as well.
Remy Alvarado is a 6th grader at A.C. Blunt. We are so very excited to share that Remy Alvarado is AC Blunt’s Panther of the Month! Remy is being recognized for consistently showing respect, appreciation, and a happy disposition each day. Her enthusiasm, bright smile, and positive attitude make a difference in our school community and especially to the entire AC Blunt cafeteria team. Ms. Esther and Ms. Virginia personally expressed how much they appreciate Remy’s daily expression of thanks for the work they do. She is a happy student who brings joy to others and sets a wonderful example of Panther pride.
Kyler McLendon is a freshman at Aransas Pass High at Aransas Pass High School and is an amazing student who truly embodies what it means to be a Panther. He consistently demonstrates impeccable character, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to excellence in everything he does. Whether performing with the Panther Band in the percussion section, or contributing behind the scenes in technical theater, Kyler approaches every responsibility with dedication, positivity, and pride. His willingness to work hard, support his peers, and represent Aransas Pass High School with integrity makes him an outstanding example for others to follow. Congratulations Kyler, we are proud to have you as part of the Panther family! Great attitude, great work ethic, and impeccable character are why Kyler McLendon is Aransas Pass High School’s March Panther of the Month.
March 2026 Employees of the Month
Darlene Padron is a Pre-K teacher at Faulk Elementary. At Faulk, we recognize Mrs. Padron for her dedication and positive impact on our campus. With an easygoing and approachable demeanor, Mrs.Padron creates a welcoming classroom environment where students feel comfortable and supported. She treats every student with respect, care, and genuine compassion, building strong relationships. Thank you for exemplifying excellence and Panther Pride each day!
We are proud to recognize our Staff Member of the Month, Monah Gisler. Ms. Gisler stepped into a challenging situation mid-year and quickly ensured that students were supported and all expectations were met. She is a dedicated professional who consistently strives for excellence. She also serves as a mentor and supportive teammate, uplifting those around her and strengthening our campus as a whole. We are grateful for her commitment to our students and to Charlie Marshall.
AC Blunt is so very thankful for our wonderful Child Nutrition team. Ms. Esther, Mr. Sam, Ms. Virginia, Ms Letty, Ms. Jessica, and Ms. Fela works tirelessly to help us take care of our students. We could not do our job of teaching and guiding our students without them. We see the love and pride they put into what they do. Middle school life has its unplanned excitable moments that make us so appreciative of the consistent love and care our Child Nutrition team demonstrates. Thank you so much for all you do.
Evelyn Pauley is a fairly new addition to the staff at Aransas Pass High School where she serves as the Art teacher. Ms. Pauley has jumped into her position this year with both feet and has pushed her Art students to compete in several competitions that APHS has not entered in some time, if at all. Ms. Pauley has said she loves getting her students' work seen by others. She always has a smile on her face and is willing to lend a helping hand, or a pat on the back to a struggling student, or colleague. When Ms. Pauley recognizes a need on the campus, she does not wait to be told, or for someone else to pick up the slack, she takes initiative and fills in the gap. She is one of the faculty sponsors for Aransas Pass High Schools chapter of National Honor Society, and she keeps her Principal occupied at lunch duty with her harrowing stories of her babysitting adventures with her niece. Her hard work, dedication, and love of her students are why Evelyn Pauley is Aransas Pass High School’s March, Employee of the month.
Diane Genovese has dedicated many years of service to our district, making a lasting impact in a variety of roles, including campus secretary, PEIMS Coordinator, and now purchasing. Her experience and commitment are apparent in everything she does. In her current role, Diane ensures that our district operates smoothly behind the scenes. She keeps invoices organized, verifies that funds are available, processes orders efficiently, follows up on overdue items, and sees that the yearly district-wide inventory is done. Diane also sets up, takes pictures, and organizes pick up for the district auction. Her reliability and thoroughness are essential to our daily operations. Beyond her official duties, Diane plays a key role in building a positive workplace culture. She organizes our monthly birthday luncheon, she makes sure everyone is informed, they know what to bring or what not to bring, all feel included, and ready to celebrate. Our monthly birthday luncheons are a great time for all. Diane’s dedication, organization, and her serve others first attitude do not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful to have her as part of our district family. Thank you, Diane, for all that you do!
We are proud to recognize Jim Kucera as our Transportation Employee of the Month! He consistently goes above and beyond to keep our students safe. He is always at work on time making sure he has reliable transportation. He greets his students as they enter the bus maintaining a cheerful atmosphere. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community!