
Northpoint’s Jen Payne Recognized with P-H-M Teacher Impact Award
Posted on May 18, 2026Congratulations to Northpoint Elementary 5th Grade teacher Jen Payne on receiving a P-H-M Teacher Impact Award!
Payne was recognized after her students achieved the highest overall growth in the district for Grade 5 Math from Checkpoint 1 to Checkpoint 3. Her students demonstrated an impressive 133-point growth, outperforming all other Grade 5 Math classes across P-H-M.

Principal Lorraine White and Superintendent Dr. Heather Short surprised Payne and her students with the award, celebrating the impact of strong instruction, student engagement, and academic achievement in the classroom.

The P-H-M Teacher Impact Awards recognize educators whose students demonstrate exceptional academic growth and success. Payne’s accomplishment reflects the dedication and hard work taking place each day at Northpoint Elementary.
Thank you to the P-H-M Education Foundation for supporting this recognition of excellence in teaching and learning across P-H-M.
Last Modified May 18, 2026
