District 117 Recognize a Star

June 2023 Nominees

Rawan Alowaid

Rawan was recognized for being a great teacher and a genuinely nice person.,

Badria Abdelal

Badria was recognized for being a great teacher and being an exceptionally nice person.!

Lisa Wilson

Lisa was recognized for all you did to support our daughter Agata Majchrowicz this year. The dedication, love, care and long hours you invested in your students has not gone unnoticed. We appreciate you more than words can express. We appreciate your kindness and patience. We appreciate all the work you’ve put into teaching our child this year - her scores and grades show how much she has learned thanks to you. Thanks for keeping the communication with parents open, and for always being available for us and for all the information and reminders. Thank you for continuing to put students first, for all your inspirations and ideas as well as individual advice you have always had for us. Thank you for all homework and challenges Agata has had this year to discover her potential and grow her strengths. Agata loves you so dearly, especially your sense of humor, and she seems to think that you are made of magic! We are so glad for teachers like you who really make a difference in a child’s life.

Sara DeWolf

Sara was recognized for being a great teacher and a nice person.

Wafaa Elzibak

Wafaa was recognized for being a great teacher and super nice!

May 2023 Nominees

Iman Abdallah

Iman was recognized for always being so positive even on tough days. She ius always so helpful and goes out of her way to make learning fun for her students. She truly is a Star!

Candace Peterson- Kennedy and Helena Korniejczuk

Ms. Candace (Bus 5) and Ms. Helena (Bus 1) are incredible. They give our EC students time to hold the rails and walk up the steps on their own, which helps them develop independence and functioning skills, and they cheer & celebrate with us when our students complete these routines independently. They are accepting of the various issues and needs our students present, and always make our students feel comfortable, therefore the staff are confident leaving them in their care. Bus drivers are the first and last people our kids see each school day, and we are so grateful to have such amazing and positive people to fill that role.

Derek Zinke

Derek was recognized for being a very creative and dedicated music teacher, and it was very evident as we observed his End of the Year music show! His methods and techniques for teaching students musical instruments are awesome! During the show, you could tell by the faces of his students that they were having fun, and have learned so much about music this year! You deserve to be recognized Derek, and you are a great addition to the Sorrick Staff!

Nicole Inglot

Nicole was recognized for being dedicated to supporting both English Language students and teachers, and we want to take a moment to appreciate her outstanding work.

Nikki has been working hard to revise and update our unit assessments to meet the specific needs of our EL students. She puts in a lot of effort to make sure that our assessments are not only fair but also accessible to all students, while still measuring their progress accurately.

We appreciate Nikki for her kindness, patience, and responsiveness. She is always willing to listen to the needs of our teachers and students, and she goes above and beyond to support them whenever possible. Her dedication to student success and her commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment are truly admirable.

We are incredibly lucky to have Nikki as our EL Team Leader! Her professionalism and expertise make her a crucial member of our school community Thank you for all you do Nikki, we really appreciate you!

Kim Sievers, Lauren Wuchter and Julie McElligott

Kim, Lauren and Julie were recognized for being an outstanding team of reading specialists at Sorrick - Kim Sievers, Lauren Wuchter and Julie McElligott. With their wealth of knowledge and expertise, these wonderful educators have had a significant impact on numerous young students, helping them learn how to become better readers.

What truly sets this team apart is their kindness, patience, and dedication. They create a supportive and positive environment where every child feels welcome and valued. They take the time to get to know each student individually and tailor their teaching approach to meet each child's unique needs. The students really love working with the reading specialists, and are excited each time they meet with them!

We would also like to highlight how the reading specialist team at Sorrick School helps support classroom teachers. They are flexible and always ready to lend a hand when needed. If a teacher falls behind with testing their students, the reading specialists step up to the plate and help get things back on track.

In addition, they work collaboratively with classroom teachers and parents to develop individualized reading plans for students who need extra support. This helps to ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed academically.

We truly appreciate the invaluable contribution that the reading specialists make to our school community We are really lucky to have them at Sorrick!

April 2023 Nominees

Taylor Rott

Taylor was recognized for doing an amazing job taking on a new role this year as the third/fourth-grade level split. She worked hard to learn a new curriculum and apply new strategies to teach her students that have shown excellent growth. She is always there for her teammates including making them copies, sharing ideas and helping new teachers. I have worked with Taylor for many years and have seen how much of an outstanding teacher she has been.

Dema Shaheen

Dema was recognized for being a hard-working and dedicated teacher. She has been working hard all year creating a new third-grade curriculum. She has great ideas and always offers those ideas in team planning. She brings so many great ideas and new strategies! Dema is always there for her team and her students. She works so hard every day and has excellent student growth. She uses her bilingual skills to teach all students in a way that is best for them!

Jenna Jungels

Jenna was recognized for being a dedicated teacher who truly cares about her students. She has done an amazing job learning the third-grade curriculum while also bringing great new ideas to the team. Jenna forms connections with each of her students and understands what each and every student needs in order to succeed. She always has a positive attitude and knows how to put a smile on everyone's face!

Myrna Quezada

Myrna was recognized for making sure children are safe and sound before and after school. Myrna is one of the ladies who comes out in the morning to help out with the children. David and I are crossing guards at Glen Oaks School and Myrna is always out there in the morning and afternoon. She makes our job easier because she helps keep children safe by not letting them get in front of the moving cars. She always helps out by waving at the cars to let them know to move forward and let the children out. She is at the front of the line and I'm in the back.

Colleen Nawrocki

Colleen was recognized for being dedicated to the students. She teaches at two schools in our district and she picks very interesting, age-appropriate art projects that align with our state and local curriculum. Colleen is very flexible and willing to help others. She is very organized and ready for anything.

Patti Potacki

Patti was recognized for being accommodating to all; classes, meetings, and multiple uses for the media center. She is very organized and efficient and keeps the library, and its contents in perfect order. She works hard and does her job to make all our lives easier.

Niveen Atieh

Niveen was recognized for going above and beyond for our district. She is a speech language pathologist at Conrady, yet she performs bilingual evaluations throughout the entire district. She is an asset to our district and deserves to be recognized. Her rapport with students and parents is evident and she is always smiling!

Bethany Popp

Bethany was recognized for being an amazing paraprofessional. She has a caring personality that students gravitate towards. The students light up when they see her enter the room. She always seems to know exactly what students need, whether that is words of encouragement, a sensory break or just a listening ear. Bethany excels at anticipating the behavioral, emotional, and academic challenges our students experience. With that understanding of the students, she is able to intercede so that the children are successful at whatever task is at hand. She is very thorough with data collection, which is invaluable to staff. She encourages the students to do their best. She gives them guidance while also allowing them to persevere through tasks. We are beyond thankful for all that she does to support the students and teachers in 4th grade.

March 2023 Nominees

Dianne Kral and Margie Janda

Dianne was recognized twice this month for being a professional in every way! She is wonderful and kind to the students and the parents. She is always willing to take time to help the Sorrick staff. Dianne takes on any task given to her with a smile. Dianne was also recognized along with Margie Janda for being terrific and dedicated co-workers who go above and beyond to help out without hesitation. Veteran employee Dianne is a wealth of information, very kind and maintains a positive attitude in spite of the busyness of the office. Minion-lover Margie has never-ending compassion for our students. She displays a cool and calm demeanor assuring the children that they are in good hands with her expertise and sweet voice. We at Sorrick are very fortunate to work with such amazing ladies. They are truly the best!

Michael Humenik

Michael was recognized for always giving 100 percent. We appreciate his hard work.

Teresaa Franke

Teresa was recognized this month for always making me feel like we are a team. She welcomes my ideas and her dedication to the students is admirable.

Megan Jawor

Megan should be celebrated for all she does for our students at two schools in the district. She is so kind and patient and has made such a difference in helping children communicate. Megan deserves recognition for her flexibility, her helpfulness, and her ability to listen and make us smile - not to mention her uncanny ability to compose songs on any topic at the drop of a hat. She listens so well and is such a bright light for our team.

Johara Zeidan

Johara was recognized for being the calm in my classroom. My classroom would be chaos without her. She is always prepared and ready for anything. She is also enthusiastic and loving. Johara deserves this award over and over.

February 2023 Nominees

Gadeer Jalal, Jola Luberda and Colleen Harty

These three amazing ladies are the faces of Conrady Junior High School. Together, they were recognized for going above and beyond to help all staff members, all administrators and all students who enter the office. They help reach out to parents and translate for teachers. They help all students who come in to the office. They are very patient with everyone who asks a million questions. They offer a hug when a staff member needs it and they always have friendly smiles when we enter the office.

Eric Carson

Eric was recognized for being an outstanding Physical Education teacher. He has a positive attitude toward fitness and instruction and he leads by example with his passion and enthusiasm. He shows the students leadership, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. He adapts and modifies lessons to include opportunities for all the students to engage in activities. He runs an amazing after school program, in which all of the students want to participate in. He is always prepared and organized on field day and makes this day a memorable experience by picking students favorite games to play throughout the day. We could not be more thankful to have such an amazing teacher to be a part of our team.

Kristie Pappas

Kristie was recognized for being a phenomenal Special Education Teacher! This is my first year ever working in a Collab Classroom and what an amazing experience it has been! Kristle is so in tune with her students and is consistently updating behavior/executive functioning charts, making modifications if needed, organizing schedules due to accomodations, communicating with parents, and doing all this with such ease, respect, and kindness to all involved. She truly is a co-teacher, working with ALL students in the classroom, a lead in our weekly math lesson plans and slides used for daily lessons, grading, inputting data, all while writing IEP goals, planning IEP meetings, and furthering her education completing a year-long training through the district. She deserves this nomination and so much more! Thank you Kristle for being a "model teacher" and allowing me to learn from you! Our students are SO lucky to have you and we appreciate you every day!

Vaia Makris

Vaia is a paraprofessional who was recognized for simply being AMAZING! Vaia comes to work everyday READY TO GO! She loves the students, cares so much for them, is full of patience, and jumps in wherever and whenever she is needed! For most of my years teaching I've flown solo so I'm used to being independent and ALWAYS busy! It is interesting how even with a paraprofessional you still are so busy but there is someone else in the classroom experiencing it all with you! We have multiple sets of eyes and ears and that also means more time to be there for our students. Whether it is a bandage needed after recess, a Chapstick for chapped lips, a student needing a snack halfway through the morning, working with students side by side to encourage them when completing assessments, going to Specials, Lunch, and Recess EVERY SINGLE DAY with these students, Vaia is there for them! The BEST thing about that is they KNOW IT and are her BIGGEST FANS! Thank you Vaia for ALL you do! I could not do this without you!

Mike Mallon

Mike was recognized for always being ready to help out when called to clean up the most unpleasant of messes and maintains such a positive attitude. We at Sorrick are very fortunate to work with such an amazing person who goes the extra mile.

Tamara White

Tamara was recognized for going above and beyond and always greeting the students with her special way before entering her class.

Christine Denson, Amy Turnock, Erin Fitzgerald, Barb Keane and Sheila O'Riordan.

These ladies, who coincidentally comprise the Oak Ridge 5th Grade ELA Team, were recognized for working tirelessly to provide meaningful instruction, reviews, assessments, and revisions to ensure a high-quality education. They always give 110%, and the level of analysis given to students and test data shows how truly dedicated and remarkable they are. The team knows each other's strengths and works together to accomplish goals and fine-tune their teaching. This team is exceptional and is definitely celebrated and appreciated at Oak Ridge.

Chelsea Creatore

Chelsea was recognized for always challenging her students in ELA and writing to encourage them to reach their highest potential. She provides great mini-lessons to model for her students and then releases the learning onto her students by encouraging student- led discussions. Her lessons keep students engaged and the students take on the responsibility for their learning. Chelsea is an amazing teacher with excellent student growth. Her efforts do not go unnoticed.

April Kujawa

April has been a great addition to our ELA team. She was recognized for her dedication toward helping her students succeed. April has an amazing rapport with both her English and Spanish speaking students. She is a flexible and positive team member.

Sharen Abdallah

Sharen was recognized for being a great addition to the first- grade ELA team. She is organized, patient, and easy going. Sharen is always positive with her students and fellow staff members. Even though it's only her first year at Sorrick, she has been able to pick up the curriculum and workload with ease.

Lisa Janes

Lisa is new to our district and we are so fortunate to have such a caring and dedicated teacher! She was recognized for going the extra mile for all the students here at Glen Oaks. She is a great addition to our Special Education Staff and family at Glen Oaks. She is making a positive difference in the lives of students and teachers. Thank you Lisa!

Moira Lust

Moira is an amazing teacher who loves to work with all the kids in the class and put a smile on their faces every day. She was recognized or her overall effort that includes coming up with the best activities and ways to learn in class. She has inspired myself and many other students to work hard and never give up.

Patrick Niemiec

Patrick was recognized twice this month. He was recognized for being a fantastic asset to Oak Ridge. He is quick to respond to not only our class's custodial needs, but to everyone else's needs around the building, too. We appreciate all that he does to keep our school running. We are lucky to have Patrick at Oak Ridge! Patrick was recognized a second time for always being there to help every time we need him. He goes above and beyond!

January 2023 Nominees

Robert Slater

Rob was recognized for being a valued asset to the NPD 117 Family! He is an incredible teacher and always puts the kids' needs first. He not only inspires the young minds to be great musicians he takes the time to make learning fun for them. It takes so much time and planning to do all the activities he does for the children and I just wanted it be be known and recognized He teaches them in the classroom, he plans and organizes the car washes each year, field trips, concerts, and spends so much time outside of school hours to make these events happen for the students. So I wanted to nominate Mr. Slater for being a "Star" for these kids and making an imprint on those who he comes in contact with. A big, "THANK YOU" for all that you do for our children! It is greatly appreciated!

Lynne Kaiser

Lynne was recognized for investing her career in the teaching profession. Her credentials include two Masters Degrees and 12 years classroom experience at Sorrick School. Her invaluable advice and guidance is sought after on a daily basis by other teachers. Lynne is a shining example of the kind of dedicated educator who has duly earned the coveted title of "TEACHER." I could continue to spew out accolades about her but, instead, I'll let the following unsolicited comments from her peers take it from here: "Takes time to help support new teachers/ Pulls resources for teachers who need additional support or to help enrich their students learning/ Informative and knowledgeable. Properly addresses concerns with the administrative staff."

Stacey Lech

"Lynne has been a leader amongst the first grade teachers for years now. New teachers consistently approach her for help or advice. She is always willing to help in whatever way she can. She is a great mentor for her colleagues and an exceptional teacher to work with."

Eric Carson

"Her students and co-workers love her. She lights up a room! Lynne has been a great mentor and teacher who looks out for everyone. Supportive, caring and tireless and a true advocate for her students. She has taught me so much."

Jasmine Hakawati

"On my very first day she made me feel comfortable and valued. She has shared many of her materials not only with me but many other teachers. Mrs. Kaiser is always there for me when I am struggling. She's an innovative, creative, knowledgeable person who showed me many beneficial resources to use in my classroom.

Nassim Saeed

"Lynne is a hard-working, kind, and compassionate person who is always eager to step in and help whenever needed. She is an essential part of the team, and we are very lucky to have her!"

Alicja Osak-Kusz

Lynne Kaiser is truly a key asset to Sorrick School and NPD117.

(We) proudly nominate Mrs. Lynne Kaiser to be a Recognized Star.

Mike Mallon (Mr. Mike)

Sorrick School Custodian

Krystina Borowski

Krystina is our EL team leader at Glen Oaks. She was recognized for going above and beyond to help her team in every way possible. When she visits our classrooms, she immediately starts helping the students and brings in a variety of new exciting learning experiences. She is a great asset. I can't speak highly enough of my rich/respectful experience with Ms. Borowski. Her tremendous positive energy and enthusiasm is very motivational. She shows a great deal of respect and consideration towards the needs of her team members as she interacts with us. She always has something positive to state rather than finding fault in our work. Ms. Borowski is always empowering us by inspiring and encouraging her team members. She creates a positive environment where she allows us to find our own solutions and praises us for innovative thinking. She takes advantage of each person's strengths. She is an amazing team leader by all means. Thank you for everything that you are doing to help us.

Patrice Fulmer

Patrice was recognized for being a real asset to the school in her short time here. She is knowledgeable, willing to learn new things, professional, smart, friendly, helpful and willing to jump in wherever necessary. She is a team member, proficient, kind and considerate!

Angie Danaher

Angie was nominated for being a dedicated preschool team member. She spends her personal time supporting her team by preparing materials to enhance our program. Angie has been a mentor on the team as well and continues to support her mentees even after they exited the program. Angie took on 'Cook a Book' this year and has found joy in exploring new ways to engage with Sorrick students. We are so lucky to have her.

Natalie Profita

Natalie was recognized for being supportive to the many requests she receives. She’s been able to accommodate many when needed. Natalie’s kind words have made a huge difference to me as a teacher! Natalie has taught me so much in my career on how to communicate with families! She has made me strive to be what I am because of her great words! She is always looking for the positives in every aspect !

Barb Dziatkowiec and Emily Betts

Barb and Emily were recognized for being amazing Team Leaders. They are hard-working and dedicated to helping students and staff succeed. They are always thoughtful in their approach to guiding the staff to meet the set goals and are appreciative of the contributions veryone makes. They work together as a team and complement each other in their abilities. We are so lucky to have them at Dorn.

December 2022 Nominees

Mary Ruiz

Mary was recognized for taking such loving and wonderful care of our students on a regular basis, so she really is a STAR everyday! However, in this specific instance, she went above and beyond for a student and her parents. The student had lost her glasses some months ago and had been without them. Her parents' insurance did not cover another pair for another year. Mrs. Ruiz contacted the local Lions Club and received a voucher for a new pair of glasses for the girl. The parents were so thankful for her kind gesture. Mrs. Ruiz doesn't just treat the basics in her office. She talks to the students and finds out about their lives and jumps in when she can make things better. We at Conrady are very lucky to have her and truly appreciate her!

Beth Nowicki

Beth was recognized for the incredible dedication she shows on a regular basis. Being able to work along Beth daily, I can see how much dedication she puts in her work and for her students. She creates engaging class discussions and stops along the way to check in on the students for comprehension of the material. Beth truly wants to see her students succeed.

Johara Zeidan

Johara was recognized for being a great partner who is very helpful.

Jenny Tablerion

Jenny was recognized for all the hard work she puts in on a daily basis. Said the nominator: "For the majority of my day I work along side Jenny and since the beginning of the school yearI have seen how much hard work she puts in to having her students thrive. No matter what obstackes I student might be facing that day. Jenny finds a way to make it work. Oftentimes, all a student wants is to be heard and Jenny offers that listening ear. I enjoy working with and leaning from her to better myself in helping the students we work with. I know that if I ever feel stuck on something I can go to her for help.

Arisa Grevan

Arisa was recognized for her tireless work with her students to help them reach their highest potential. I’ve been the para in her room for two years now and it’s been great watching her teach. Arisa works during her lunchtime with students who need additional support. This is something she does on her own, and she does it pretty much every single day. She has a great classroom demeanor - we have fun when it’s appropriate yet she holds high expectations for all her students and they work hard for her. She is well-deserving of this acknowledgement.

Lydia Gamboa

Lydia was recognized for being extremely hardworking, kind and patient. She works with all students to help them compete their work and achieve their goals. Lydia is also extremely flexible and adaptable. She is able to help out where she is needed and very knowledgeable in many areas. Lydia is an amazing colleague and teammate. She helps make Oak Ridge a better place for everyone!

Alyssa Lopez and Jenny Tablerion

Allyssa and Jenny were recognized for being the glue that holds the 6th grade ELA department together. I am a better teacher because of Alyssa's consistent support and kindness, and I am a better co-worker because of Jenny's ability to make me feel like I've been there from day 1. These women are tenacious, brilliant, and all-around assets to Conrady. Thank you, and please know that you are appreciated more than you know.

Alyssa Lopez

Alyssa was recognized a second time for being very creative when it comes to keeping students engaged. The way she is able to make lesson plans fun & creative helps keep the students on task. It brings a new light to the classroom education setting. I believe the best way to learn is through having some fun and she does an awesome job at providing that. Although I know the students will not admit to it, I know they look forward to see what crazy activity she has set up for them, (mainly because I get to over-hear most of the conversations from the students).

Sheri Stahurski

Sheri was recognized for always going above and beyond for our students. She is a wealth of knowledgeand is incredibly organized. She always is willing to step in and help whenever needed in the office. From grabbing a phone, answering the door or helping with bus dismissal. Sheri is always there to help. She has a calm and cool demeanor, and even in a crisis always manages to stay calm. Kids love her, parents love her and staff love her!! She is a tremendous asset at Glen Oaks and we are so so blessed to have her on our Panther team!!

Alyssa Lopez

Alyssa was recognized again for being an incredible mentor to me as I am in my second year of teaching. She is always there to both guide and listen. I know thye entire sixh-grade team feels the same way I do!

Rabab Magid

Rabab was recognized for being an incredible teacher! She is very dedicated to her students' academics and social/emotional growth. She uplifts her students and makes them feel special. Her classroom is built on love, respect, positive words, and encouragement; everything a learning community should be. Rabab has the most wonderful connection with her students. She knows them inside and out and goes above and beyond to make them successful in Language and Literacy. She makes learning and reading fun! Her students look forward to coming to her class because she makes it such a warm and welcoming environment. Rabab bridges the connection between home and school by contacting parents often and informs them on good reading habits at home along with student progress. She also maintains communication with her students' teachers to make sure their power goals are being transferred and practiced within the classroom. Rabab is a huge asset to Glen Oaks and its students. We are so lucky to have her!

Ellie Zydek

Ellie was recognized for doing a great job at explaining her expectations to her students. When providing feedback she always checks that the student understands or if they need further clarification. She provides positive motivation. Ellie is a joy to be around.

Sue Maloney

Sue was recognized for going above and beyond in completing her job. She is always there to help and is everyone's go-to person. She unites us whether that be through gatherings she has planned or game themes in the office. She never fails to help those who need it and ensures everything goes as planned. She’s a team- player and her smile brightens up everyone’s day. She has a positive attitude and always knows exactly what to say. Glen Oaks is thankful everyday for having her as an important member of the community Without her, we would be lost. Sue is a true star and deserves to be recognized everyday

Stephanie Wazio

Stephanie is one of our 4th grade Math teachers. She always goes above and beyond for her students. She is easy-going and agreeable and always a team player. She always good for a friendly smile or kind word. She is there late on a regular basis working on things for the following day for her students. On a personal note she just completed the 75 hard challenge which is a mental toughness challenge. She stuck with it every single day and never cheated once!! 2 1/2 months of rigorous mental challenges that challenge every aspect of your life, from diet, exercise, and mental toughness....its like iron man for your brain. I am in awe of her determination and ability to do this challenge!! Her willingness to challenge herself and desire to better herself personally and professionally....when she's already pretty amazing, makes me nominate her as a rising star!!

November 2022 Nominees

Natalie Biancalana

Natalie was recognized for always willing to share her knowledge and expertise with the Glen Oaks Staff. As a dedicated reading specialist, Natalie is passionate about best literacy practices and presents a depth of knowledge when it comes to reading assessments and progress monitoring. She recently invited our new ELA teachers into her classroom to observe her administering the DRA reading assessment. She allowed myself and the teachers to ask questions and offered her knowledge and insights to help our new staff gain clarify on best assessment practices. We are so lucky to have Natalie at Glen Oaks!!!!

Mike Bukas

Mike was recognized for he teaching and knowledge he has about science. He has made our child interested to learn more about this subject. Mr. Bukas wants the students to excel and learn and it shows every day. All the hard work is appreciated.. teaching and knowledge Mr. Bukas has about science has made our child interested to learn more about this subject. Mr. Bukas wants the students to excel and learn and it shows every day. All the hard work is appreciated.

Jen Mackey, Leasa Kelly and Maria Walinski

Jen, Leasa and Maria were recognized for being amazing teachers whose teaching has our child excited for learning and going to school every day. Their love of learning is contagious and helps build our child's confidence each day. Mrs. Walinski is so kind and helps all the students with their work with patience and understanding. These teachers are a dream team, and their dedication to their profession shows through their work and is very much appreciated. Maria is truly one of the most kind-hearted, dedicated staff members that I know. Maria goes above and beyond to invest in each person she comes in contact with (both students and staff). She treats everyone like they are the most important person in the world. Maria takes time everyday to individually invest in each student and make sure they know that she cares. Maria is a valuable asset to my classroom and without her my classroom would not be the same. She contributes valuable information to each discussion and lesson. She is amazing at acknowledging each student and reinforcing positive behaviors. I truly can not imagine my classroom without her in it and am beyond thankful that we work together on a daily basis.

Aubrey Malito

Aubrey was recognized for being supportive of students and for being kind to both parents and staff.

October 2022 Nominees

Jola Maslak

Jola has been so instrumental in mentoring the new team leaders. She is always willing to help us out, explain further and guide us in the right direction. I appreciate her patience and willingness to support me in this new role. I am so grateful to be on a team with her.

Samantha Geijer

Samantha is a great addition to our staff. She is a dedicated team player who brings positivity and professionalism to her job. She is always willing to speak up, jump in and help complete our team goals. We appreciate her enthusiasm and drive..

Letty Verdin

Letty is always at after-school PTA events to help in any way she can. She attends/works them all. Recently, we hosted a Trunk or Treat. She went out to the parking lot at 3:30 p.m. to decorate the bus for the event. She used decorations she brought from home and stayed by the bus to pass out candy to the students. She stayed through the entire evening and helped clean up and get the bus back to the bus barn. She was not asked to do this. As always, she just did it. Letty always seems to be in the right place at the right time when help is needed..

September 2022 Nominees

Anna Majchrowicz

Anna was recognized for being an amazing team player who always goes above and beyond for parents and co-workers.

Megan Patti, Frank Mateja, Kristin Brudzisz and Maddy Dollah

Megan, Frank, Kristin and Maddy were recognized for making Conrady the Place to Be! They provide new ways to get students involved in their community and have fun while doing it. We're so glad to have them leading our PBIS/Jaguar Ambassadors. Thank you for all you so. We can't wait to see what else you have in store for our students.

Debra Scholl

Debra was recognized for her herculean undertaking on September 21. We received numerous pallets of educational materials in the district warehouse that were needing to be sorted and moved to schools quickly as lessons were already being taught. With one of her colleagues out and the other unable to assist because of an injury, Deb assisted the warehouse staff in sorting the materials quickly and accurately, She did it with a positive can-do attitude. She returned to the office needing a shower and a change of clothes but instead - without complaiunt - sat down at her desk and got right back to work supporting the EL Department. Deb is a Star, a leader, a team player and a valuable asset to our team. We are so lucky to have her.

Katie Mathis

Katie was recognized for .always keeping a great line of communication open with me about my son in her LEAP class. As a parent whose child is special needs, it's hard to know what goes on throughout the day. Mrs. Mathis is always available to answer an email or any questions or concerns I may have about my son's day. She always lets me know when he has a great day or when some things work out really well for him. She shows true compassion when he is having a bad day. She's just wonderful.

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