Lisa Farrage-Johnson is Durham Elementary School's 2022-2023 Certificated Employee of the year! Lisa is our Visual and Performing Arts teacher and has been a district employee for over 25 years. She goes above and beyond to provide a quality and balanced visual and performing arts program to our students, and continues to build and develop student's skills as they move up through the grade levels. She is a team player, and shares a wealth of knowledge and experience with our students and staff, while creating a safe place for students to explore and learn about the arts. The program she has worked so hard to develop and her presence at Durham Elementary School will reach far beyond her years of service, as will the memories of student performances and Grandparent's Day performances. Lisa is highly respected at DES and throughout the community for the opportunities and passion that she has shared with our students. Congratulations, Lisa Farrage-Johnson !!