Jane Moran's Lexington story began in 1967, when, at just two years old, she enrolled as a student at Lexington School for the Deaf. During a period of significant enrollment growth, 21 students, including Jane, were mainstreamed into public schools. After several years, she returned to Lexington as a middle school student to complete her education, graduating as valedictorian while earning recognition as an outstanding all-around athlete.

Her passion for learning continued at Gallaudet University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. She later completed a master's degree at Teachers College, Columbia University, followed by a second master's degree from Queens College.

Jane then dedicated her professional life to the very school that had helped shape her. Over more than five decades, she served Lexington with unwavering commitment in nearly every educational leadership role: Instructional Assistant, Teacher, High School Supervisor, Principal, and ultimately Special Assistant to the Superintendent/CEO.

Throughout her extraordinary career, Jane earned the admiration of colleagues across the country and was recognized for her exceptional leadership with the prestigious Leadership Award from the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD), one of the highest honors in Deaf education.

Yet perhaps Jane's greatest legacy is not found in the titles she held or the awards she received, but in the values she embodied every day. During her retirement speech, she left the Lexington community with one simple but powerful request: always put the students first.

Few individuals have devoted so much of their lives to a single institution or left such a profound impact on generations of students, families, colleagues, and the Deaf community. Jane Moran's journey is woven into the very fabric of Lexington School for the Deaf, and her legacy of leadership, service, and unwavering dedication will continue to inspire all who follow in her footsteps.

Well done, Jane. Thank you for more than 50 years of extraordinary service, leadership, and commitment to Lexington School for the Deaf. We wish you every happiness as you begin this well-deserved next chapter.

Click here to see Jane Moran's nomination video for the CEASD Leadership & Service Award!