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2025 LEAF 742 Distinguished Alumni Award
A little over two years ago, LEAF made a commitment to recognize outstanding District 742 alumni who have made the St. Cloud area their home and have a positive impact on the community. It was then that we began the “LEAF 742 Distinguished Alumni Award.”
The award criteria are:
Must be a graduate of a District 742 High School.
Must have stayed in th…
LEAF 742 Instructional Excellence, Kristen Dollman-Stoll
Kristen has dedicated 25 years to shaping young artists as an elementary art teacher in District 742. She began her career at Lincoln Elementary before moving to Westwood, where she has taught for the past 21 years. Her commitment to her students and her craft is truly remarkable. Kristen’s car is often the last one in the parking lot at night, and she spen…
LEAF 742 Coaching/Advising Excellence Award, Kristy Husen
Kristy’s long-standing coaching career at Tech is fueled by an unparalleled passion for the sport. She consistently seeks to improve through clinics, demonstrating a commitment to growth. Her ability to connect with players and communicate with parents is exceptional, contributing to her strong reputation in the volleyball community. Furthermore, Kristy val…
LEAF 742 Coaching/Advising Excellence Award, Ben Thell
For 20 years, Coach Thell has generously shared his time and expertise with the Tech Math League, fostering a love of mathematics in countless students. His dedication to our Tech community is truly inspiring, and his commitment extends beyond math to include his legendary Rubik’s Cube skills, which add an element of fun and problem-solving to his coaching…
LEAF 742 Volunteer Service Award, Grandpa John Bowden
John or “Grandpa John” as the staff and students at Talahi call him, has given so much to the school through his volunteer hours, grant writing, and care for our students. John has brought in more grants to Talahi than we can count. From trees to robots to dance, art, and singing lessons to an entire new playground, John has brought our students the experie…