20-05-2025
MCSD May Golden Apple Award: Matt Jenkins
MONTROSE, Colo. (KREX) — Golden Apple Awards have been in Montrose for many years, but one friendly face has been the reason it's even possible! As the school year comes to a close, his time with the Golden Apples has as well.
Matt Jenkins has been the public information officer for the Montrose County School District for five years. Part of those responsibilities has also been being the liaison between WesternSlopeNow and the school district, helping surprise teachers with a basket every month. At the end of this school year, he is moving on to other fields of education.
'I'm going to be moving back to the classroom,' Jenkins tells WesternSlopeNow. 'I'm really looking forward to getting work back with the kids. I've had a blast working in district administration and communications and messaging, but it'll also be great to be back in the classroom.'
During every single Montrose Golden Apple over the last year, Matt has been there making each educator smile. Matt's positive attitude and optimistic approach to education has left an impact on his coworkers that won't soon be forgotten.
MCSD receptionist Jacey Hopper recalls her time working alongside Jenkins, 'He has a great face on every time he comes in. He's laughing, he's sharing, he always has that very consistent mood and he is a wonderful coworker and colleague for the community.'
Congratulations on being May's Golden Apple Award winner!
To nominate someone for a Golden Apple Award, visit WesternSlopeNow's contest page.
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