Celebrating Our 2025 Retirees

As the school year comes to a close, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible educators, staff members, and administrators who are retiring from Moon Area School District this year. These individuals have dedicated their careers to serving our students, families, and community — and their impact is immeasurable.

Each retiree has played a vital role at Moon Area School District. Their commitment, compassion, and professionalism have helped create a supportive and inspiring learning environment for all.

We thank each of our retirees for their many years of service and wish them all the best in this next chapter of life. Your legacy will continue to live on in the hearts and minds of the students you’ve touched.

Faculty and Administration

• Barry Balaski - 15 years
• Sharon Gaitens - 32 years
• Dominique Mendicino - 32 years
• Anna Sibeto - 32 years
• Jamie Morton - 29 years
• Christopher Menosky - 28 years
• Lynda Smiley - 24 years
• Lisa Haigler - 23 years

Staff

• Virginia Olson - 34 years
• Debbie Grguras - 32 years
• James Tharp - 30 years
• Lisa Sarver - 30 years
• Joan Joyce - 25 years
• Tina Hoffman - 23 years
• Rocco Sonsini - 18 years
• Brenda Vachino - 15 years
• Andrea Lee-Marcinio - 11 years
• Faith Lucarini - 3 years

Congratulations and thank you to our 2025 retirees!