Wagner named WBCSD 'Heart of a Spartan' winner

West Bonner County School District has named Kevin Wagner as the September recipient of the district's "Heart of a Spartan" employee of the month award.

Wagner's dedication to overseeing maintenance and custodial work at Priest River Lamanna High School embodies the Spartan spirit and demonstrates his unwavering commitment to our educational community, Ryan Carruth, director of operations, said.

As facilities supervisor, Wagner plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of our educational facilities. His dedication to excellence and meticulous attention to detail have greatly contributed to providing a conducive learning environment for our students and a welcoming space for our staff. His proactive approach to identifying and addressing maintenance and custodial needs ensures the smooth operation of our facility.

"Kevin's dedication to our school district is truly remarkable," said Carruth. "He exemplifies the Heart of a Spartan by consistently going above and beyond to maintain the high standards we set for our educational facilities."

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Kevin will receive an extra vacation day and a gift card as part of his award.

West Bonner County School District officials said they are proud to have Wagner as a valued member of the team.

"We congratulate him on this well-deserved recognition and express our gratitude for his unwavering commitment to excellence," Superintendent Branden Durst said. "Kevin Wagner truly has a Heart of a Spartan."