Congratulations to Impact on Education Award Winner!

We are so proud of you!

“Good Mornin’, Sunshine,” is just one of the cheerful greetings that every student at Ryan Elementary School can count on hearing from the irrepressible Maureen Keeney. Beginning as a parent volunteer for the school, Maureen has dedicated 11 years to her school community. She manages to make a difference in the lives of students and staff each and every day. Being a self-proclaimed, “fixer” she believes there is an answer for every problem. With mutual resolution being the ultimate goal, Maureen will never shy away from any issues she faces.

Proudly displaying student artwork in her office is one of the many examples of Maureen’s dedication and kindness toward the 400+ students at Ryan. Despite the chaotic activity of an elementary school, Maureen can stay cool as a cucumber and make time to assist anyone that walks into the halls of Ryan. Her infectious can-do attitude and consistently positive attitude are among her more famous traits. Nothing is too much trouble and she is always willing to do more than the job requires. Her strength has guided Ryan through many difficult transitions and her immeasurable skills keep the school moving forward. Maureen is, in so many ways, the “backbone” of the school.