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Alex Bianchi, Franklin Elementary School Teacher
"Alex Bianchi is truly an amazing asset to Franklin Elementary. He is enthusiastic, hard-working, caring, easy to work with, willing to try new things, and always puts the students first."
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Kathy Bumbalo, Franklin Elementary School Library Aide
"Our school library would not function without her ¨C she is willing to try anything and help in any way she can to make sure that the students feel welcome and enjoy the library."
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Lillian Atherton, Franklin Elementary School Student
" We love the fact that she is always respectful, responsible, and safe. Additionally, Lily is kind, thoughtful, and a hard worker ¨C a true pleasure to have in class."
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August 2023 Department Recognitions
For the August 8th meeting, we asked each district department to identify one outstanding member of its staff to be celebrated for their work. These individuals represent the incredible work that takes place behind the scenes that has a tremendous impact on our students.
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Braden Yiengst, Kenmore East High School Student
"Braden is well liked by adults and peers due to his charismatic personality and strong communication skills. He has a positive outlook on life and is committed to always putting forth his best efforts."
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Ivette Padin, Kenmore East High School Spanish Teacher
"For the past 20 years, Ivette Padin has been a devoted, motivated, and energetic educator who has encouraged her students to strive for excellence. Her passion for language and Hispanic cultures are present in her daily teaching."
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Linda Baumgartner, Kenmore East High School Administrative Assistant
"Linda puts in countless hours past the school day to ensure our students get her best product and the best experiences at Kenmore East."
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Kim Reidell-Maczka, Kenmore West High School Teacher
"Over the years, Mrs. Reidell has maintained a challenging and diverse teaching schedule, and currently teaches Global History Honors, AP World History, a Holocaust elective, and IB History. She continues to develop new instructional strategies and consistently finds ways of engaging students through technology integration."
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Patricia Gallagher, Kenmore West High School Teacher Aide
"Mrs. Gallagher is a bundle of energy. It is not uncommon for her to ask what else she can do when parts of her day might slow down. She volunteers to cover extra classes and is always in the halls greeting all of our students and helping them with whatever they need."
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Kyle Ross-Pierce, Kenmore West High School Student
"Kyle goes above and beyond each day and continually demonstrates his ability to overcome challenges. He has seized all of the opportunities that he has been offered here in Ken-Ton and has truly made the most of his high school experience."
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Jill Dempsey, Hoover Middle School Library Media Specialist
" Knowing that students search for books by genre, like readers in a bookstore, she voluntarily re-shelved and catalogued the entire fiction section of the school library by genre."
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Julie Holt, Hoover Middle School Teacher Aide
"Julie is appreciated across the building for her always-positive "can-do" attitude for any duty, assignment, last-minute task, or long-term project with which she is presented."
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Sydney Pratt. Hoover Middle School Student
"Syd always has a smile on his face and displays a positive attitude. He is wise beyond his years in his ability to be aware of, and responsive to, others and their needs."
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Tyler Baum, Big Picture Program Student
"He shows a true passion for learning. As a person, Tyler has shown even more growth. As an 8th grader, Tyler struggled to fit in socially and connect with peers."
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Daniel Litz, Big Picture Program 401 Advisor
"Dan is an exemplar for other Advisors in the Big Picture Learning international network of schools to follow. He is dedicated, hard-working, patient, caring, and fun to work with."
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Andra Fik, Big Picture Program Senior Clerk Typist
"Her positivity has made every person she comes into contact with at Big Picture feel like they are part of the family. She gives her all to the students, parents, teachers, and staff every single day."
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Brice Mobus, Edison Elementary School Student
"Staff are quick to note that Brice is polite, helpful, and supportive. He cares about everyone in the class and would do anything to make someone feel loved."
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Sarah Rollo, Edison Elementary School Teacher Aide
" Aside from having an exceptional work ethic and being extremely devoted to her job, Sarah is reliable, dependable and irreplaceable. Sarah effortlessly fulfills all of her roles as a classroom aide."
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Alicia Koerber-Schwock, Edison Elementary School Teacher
"She motivates her students to take pride and responsibility in their work and build their self-confidence. Alicia looks for ways to share her students¡¯ learning and unique skills so she can educate her peers on the different ways people can learn and read."
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Owen Conley, Hoover Elementary School Student
"He is an amazing friend and classmate. Owen is truly a Hoover Hero!"
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