Stacie Orris Named September Education Impact Honoree
The assistant principal received recognition for her contributions to Preston Park Elementary in Roanoke.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Administration
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Stacie Orris, an assistant principal at Preston Park Elementary, was named the September Education Impact honoree. The award recognizes her work in supporting school and district initiatives throughout the transition to a new school facility.
Why it matters
The honor highlights the pivotal role administrators play in managing complex transitions for students and families. Orris has been recognized for facilitating open houses and community meetings to ensure a smooth move for the school population.
Stacie Orris has 17 years of experience as an educator, including six years as an assistant principal. She and Preston Park Elementary each received a $250 check from the Blue Eagle Credit Union.
The players
Stacie Orris
She is an educator with 17 years of experience currently serving as the assistant principal at Preston Park Elementary.
Preston Park Elementary
This is a Roanoke school that recently moved into a new facility and is undergoing site improvements.
Blue Eagle Credit Union
This financial institution sponsors the monthly Education Impact award alongside a local news partner.
The details
Orris earned the honor for her collaborative approach to addressing school issues with staff and students alike. Her efforts were instrumental in helping the Roanoke school community adapt to its new building during recent districtwide changes.
Timeline
September 2026: Stacie Orris was named the Education Impact honoree.
Culture Shift
The award program highlights a growing trend of corporate-educational partnerships intended to boost morale within school districts. By incentivizing staff leadership, these initiatives provide additional resources for school infrastructure and administrative support.
The $250 award provides the school with immediate extra funding for supplies or programs. Families in the area can expect continued improvements to the school grounds as landscaping and playground projects move toward completion.
The takeaway
Effective school administration relies on clear communication during facility transitions to maintain trust with families. Recognizing these efforts publicly helps foster a collaborative relationship between educators and the broader community.
What happens next
Preston Park Elementary expects to finish ongoing construction projects including the new playgrounds, the turnaround area, and site landscaping in the near future.
Further reading
Learn more about local educational leadership and policy on the Roanoke Administration page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WSLS.
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