Teresa Goninan Named WIAA District 5 Middle School Athletic Director of the Year

Quincy Middle School Leader Recognized for 25+ Years of Dedication

Teresa Goninan has been named the 2025-26 Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) District 5 Middle School Athletic Director of the Year, a prestigious honor recognizing her quarter-century of unwavering commitment to student-athletes in central Washington. The Quincy School District announced the award for Goninan, who has served as athletic director at Quincy Middle School since 2000 while also teaching physical education since 1989.

Goninan's impact on the Quincy community extends far beyond her administrative responsibilities. As a PE teacher, she has helped generations of students develop the fundamental skills, fitness, and teamwork required to succeed in athletics and in life. Her dual role as both educator and athletics administrator places her in a unique position to influence student development across multiple platforms, and colleagues consistently point to her exceptional organizational abilities and forward-thinking approach to student experiences.

Leading District 5 and the North Central Washington Middle School League

Beyond Quincy Middle School, Goninan represents District 5 middle schools on the WIAA Representative Assembly and has served as secretary of the North Central Washington Middle School League for more than two decades. Her leadership at the league level demonstrates her commitment to advancing middle school athletics across the entire central Washington region.

According to Quincy Middle School Principal Scott Ramsey, Goninan's organizational excellence is unmatched. "Fields are always reserved, buses are always scheduled, officials are always secured, event workers are always recruited, and supplies and equipment are always purchased in advance," Ramsey said. "Her ability to organize the demanding job responsibilities of the athletic director is unmatched. In the classroom, she is always prepared for her teaching assignment and is a thoughtful contributor in staff discussions."

Building Excellence Through Consistency and Preparation

What sets Goninan apart in a competitive field of athletic directors is her relentless attention to detail and her belief that proper preparation creates opportunity. She understands that for middle school athletes to thrive, the infrastructure behind their programs must be flawless, allowing coaches and students to focus entirely on development and competition rather than logistical concerns.

The Quincy School District celebrated Goninan's achievement as a well-deserved recognition of her impact on students, staff, and the broader community. Her WIAA District 5 award reflects the standards of excellence she has maintained year after year, setting a benchmark for athletic leadership throughout central Washington and demonstrating that sustained, thoughtful dedication to student-athletes creates lasting change in school communities.

This article was created with AI assistance. Stats and results sourced from public records.