October 2001
Houghton Valley School The
Junior School wishes to nominate Luuk, Ben and Meleias, who
have all shown kindness in different ways. They are always
friendly, helpful and kind to their classmates, so this
award is well deserved. Congratulations Boys! Titahi Bay North School
Our nominee for this month received
more nominations than anyone else. Her name is Jay Smith.
She has been spotted helping other children by assisting
them with their work. She always listens to instructions
and follows them perfectly. She likes to cheer up people
when they feel sad, just by giving them a rub on the back
or saying a few kind words. Jay makes everyone in our
classroom feel happy! Benton Elementary
Benton Elementary
The
student who is representing my classroom is Shelby Donohoo.
I couldn't have chosen a more perfect representative of
trustworthiness myself. But I didn't have to, her classmates
chose her. I asked the class to vote on the person in our
class they felt they could always count on to be trustworthy
with important secrets or helping to take care of something
valuable of theirs. As I watch Shelby in the classroom, she
is trustworthy. I believe her friends can count on her to
help them. Shelby respects her teachers and well as her
peers. I feel she is worthy of this huge
compliment! Benton Elementary
Rachel
is a very dependable and honest student. She gets along well
with others and settles conflicts fairly. Poplar Road Elementary P.S. 279
Cheryl Luft is a 5th grade student who I have had the
pleasure of knowing since she was in 3rd grade. She
unselfishly gave up time from her summer vacation to help me
set up the computer lab. Thanks to her help the school lab
was ready for the rest of the students. I'm sure everybody
who reaped the rewards of her act of kindness would like to
thank her too! Benton Elementary
I would
like to nominate Lexie Albritton. She is very trustworthy. I
trust her each day to pick my daughter up from kindergarten.
She also demonstrates this trait daily in the
classroom. Claxton
Elementary Union Avenue
School Benton Elementary
Benton Elementary
On
September 19, our school staff and student met outside of
our school around our flag pole with city government
officials to pray for the people of New York and those
working to help. Several students prayed, sang, and parents
spoke. Mrs. Jane Holland, school librarian, gave an
uplifting speech to help students and staff through this
tragic time. Please share our pictures with your students
and accept our dearest thoughts and prayers at this
time. Last
week, Ryan noticed that someone had left litter on our
playground. Other students ignored it and went on playing
kickball. Ryan loves kickball, but he left the game and told
me about all the litter and asked if he could clean it up.
The both of us got busy and before long, several other
students were helping.
Louise Hugtenburg
Teacher - Junior School
Kathryn Pierre
Deputy Principal
Room 6
Susan Warren
Teacher - grade 4
Cody is a most trustworthy person. The other students
have confidence that he will always be ready and willing
to help them with a problem or just about anything. I
also trust him to do extra jobs for me when he has time.
I can always count on Cody because I trust
him.
Kim Anderson
Teacher - grade 4
Melinda Hendley
Teacher - kindergarten
Candy Chumbler
Teacher - grade 1
I nominate Christian May. He can be trusted to follow
through with his tasks in the room as well as any errand
within the building. He always tries real hard to please
me and to work to the best of his potential. Christian is
a fine example of a trustworthy student.
Menlia Trammell
Teacher - grades K-5
Third grader Cecilia M. and Nicole L. saved $60 over the
summer and used that money to purchase bookbags and other
school supplies for students who could not afford them.
Poplar Road is extremely proud of Nicole's altruistic
spirit.
Harriet Stolzenberg
Teacher - computer lab
Rhonda Long
Teacher - grade 5
Scott Stolzenberg
Teacher - music Max
is a 5th grader at Milburn School! He is a high achiever
and multitalented individual. Since we now have full day
kindergarten, Max spends his lunchtime eating with the
kindergarteners and making them feel comfortable with
their first school experience. He offers his services at
morning line-up, recess, and dismissal as well! Max is an
outstanding role model and sets a prime example of what
we can all do to make others feel special!
Stacey Fauci
Teacher - grade 2
The award would have to go to Shanice
Pickens, who is always the first to help someone else
when they need it. Considering what has happened in our
country, I think that is a remarkable trait to
have.
Ellen Steiner
Teacher - ESL K-5
I am so proud to name PK as the
October honoree. PK came from Slovakia one year ago with
no English. He is quite shy, but he reached out to help a
fellow countryman. A few weeks ago, a new fifth grade boy
from Slovakia came to our school with no English. PK
served as my wonderful translator by helping explain
homework and important notices. PK has come a long way
with his English, and I am very proud of him!
Sandra LeVan
Teacher - Grade 2
Random acts of kindness come in many
sizes. No matter what size they are, they make the world
a better place. Karl and Matthew are 7 year old boys who
always think of helping others. One day Matt held the
school door open for the principal! Matt is a very kind
boy who loves to help others. Since Karl's mom loves
flowers, Karl saved money to buy his mom a vase. He is a
compassionate boy who thinks about others first. What
wonderful acts these boys have done. We can't wait to see
what October will bring.
Sue Lepisto
Teacher - grade 2
My nominee is Krystian Clayton. Here
are a few things about Krystian Clayton that make her my
pick for the random act of kindness award. She makes good
decisions and doesn't cheat. When she finds an item she
returns it to the teacher. I know she tries to do the
right thing.
Vickie Son
Teacher - grade 2
Trent Parks displays honesty each day
in the classroom. I can depend on him to always tell me
the truth. He is very kind to his classmates.
Sheila Greemore
Teacher - 6th grade science
Terry Smith
Teacher - Grade 4
