Sabrina Wood Honored with 2025 OACOA Achievement of Excellence Award

The Oregon Association of Central Office Administrators (OACOA) and the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA)  is proud to announce that Sabrina Wood has been named the recipient of the 2025 OACOA Achievement of Excellence Award. Wood, the Director of Student Services for Corvallis School District, was surprised with the award during the 2025 COSA Winter Conference this week, recognizing her extraordinary leadership and dedication to students, families, and the broader education community.

Wood has been a driving force behind transformative programs that support students’ mental health, academic success, and overall well-being. Under her leadership, Corvallis School District has developed one of the most comprehensive school-based mental health programs in Benton County, ensuring that students have access to therapists employed directly by the district. This initiative has not only expanded critical support services but has also increased workforce diversity, allowing student populations to be served by professionals who reflect their communities.

Additionally, Wood has led expansive summer learning programs, fostering partnerships that provide academic and social-emotional support for students at all grade levels. From kindergarten readiness to high school credit recovery, these programs are designed to meet students’ individual needs and strengthen their long-term success.

Her family support initiatives have had a profound impact on the Corvallis community. Through her vision, families have been connected to stable housing, emergency financial assistance, after-school care, and other essential services. In the past year alone, the district’s family support program has provided hundreds of families with emergency utility and rental assistance, school supplies, and other critical resources.

“Sabrina understands that the role of our schools goes well beyond academic achievement,” shared Corvallis Superintendent, Dr. Ryan Noss. “The programs she has developed and supported focus on the health and wellness of our students, families, and community.”

The OACOA Achievement of Excellence Award is given annually to an outstanding education leader who demonstrates exceptional commitment to advancing student success and strengthening school communities. Wood’s work exemplifies the power of innovative leadership in public education.