By Jason W. Brooks
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Chandler Unified School District fine arts academic coach Angela Storey was presented with an “And Then Some” Award by Superintendent Frank Narducci at the May 7 CUSD Governing Board meeting.

Storey manages, leads and coordinates fine arts performances at about 45 CUSD sites, which are spread across 80 square miles.

Narducci explained Storey not only coordinates live performances, such as musicals and school plays, but also student visual art displays and competitions.

Storey said she’s proud to work for a district that’s so supportive of fine arts. She said she has “big plans and dreams” for the district, which she says despite tremendous performances and talent showcased through the years, is “just getting started.”

Storey credits the hard work of teachers like Megan Vogus and Kathy Baldwin and dozens of others who help make fine arts a reality for CUSD students.

The district’s “And Then Some” Award is presented by the superintendent periodically at board meetings. The award recognizes staff, students, volunteers or others who “give their all, and then some” on campus or out in the community.

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Jason W. Brooks
News Editor | Chandler Independent

Jason W. Brooks joined Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA, in July 2021 as an associate editor. After a year covering Buckeye, he has covered Chandler since the fall of 2022, in addition to assisting the Daily Independent throughout his time at INI.

Education: University of New Mexico, bachelor of arts in journalism and mass communication, print emphasis, English minor.

Random Fact: He and his siblings witnessed a Space Shuttle launch and landing in the same year in person, on opposite coasts.

Hobbies: Karaoke, bicycling and American Sign Language.

Community: He supports animal shelters.