For almost 20 years, an unwavering employee has been serving the Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD), demonstrating exceptional dedication to both students and the community.Valerie Allenbrand has devoted 18 years of her career to ESSD, working from the central office. Her journey with ESSD began at Elkhorn Elementary, where she diligently served as a secretary. Despite dreaming of becoming a flight attendant in her earlier years, she now finds fulfillment in contributing to ESSD and the vibrant Excelsior Springs community.Allenbrand is ESSD Assistant Superintendent Dr. Christen Everett’s administrative assistant and serves in thefood service role with ESSD Deputy Superintendent Dr. Mark Bullimore.The district recently named Allen- brand employee of the month for September.“Val is truly a remarkable teammate,” stated Dr. Everett. “In her roles in supporting the student services departm...