🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Don, Thank you for being such an incredible teacher! Your patience and empathy go a long way, and your ability to make learning both effective and fun truly shines. Every day is a fun and engaging learning experience. It means so much to our family—we appreciate you more than you know!
- Vanessa N.
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Mrs. Don, Thank you for being such an incredible teacher! Your patience and empathy go a long way, and your ability to make learning both effective and fun truly shines. Every day is a fun and engaging learning experience. It means so much to our family—we appreciate you more than you know!
- Vanessa N.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Likins truly makes an effort to learn each child’s name, what sports they play, and even their dreams for the future—making every kid feel known and valued. His reliability, patience, and genuine care for the kids make a bigger impact than most people realize.
- Katelyn B.
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Mr. Likins truly makes an effort to learn each child’s name, what sports they play, and even their dreams for the future—making every kid feel known and valued. His reliability, patience, and genuine care for the kids make a bigger impact than most people realize.
- Katelyn B.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Thank you for creating such a fun, welcoming, and safe environment where our children feel excited to learn and comfortable being themselves. That kind of classroom doesn’t happen by accident—it’s because of your patience, energy, and heart.
We especially appreciate how wonderful you are with communication. Whether it’s answering questions, providing updates, or simply keeping us in the loop, you always respond quickly and thoughtfully. It makes such a difference as a parent to feel informed and supported.
Your ability to balance structure with fun, learning with laughter, and discipline with kindness is something truly special. Our twins feel loved, encouraged, and confident in your classroom, and that means everything to us.
Thank you for going above and beyond, for pouring so much into your students, and for making this year such a positive and memorable experience. You are deeply appreciated—more than words can fully express.
- Kara S.
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Thank you for creating such a fun, welcoming, and safe environment where our children feel excited to learn and comfortable being themselves. That kind of classroom doesn’t happen by accident—it’s because of your patience, energy, and heart.
We especially appreciate how wonderful you are with communication. Whether it’s answering questions, providing updates, or simply keeping us in the loop, you always respond quickly and thoughtfully. It makes such a difference as a parent to feel informed and supported.
Your ability to balance structure with fun, learning with laughter, and discipline with kindness is something truly special. Our twins feel loved, encouraged, and confident in your classroom, and that means everything to us.
Thank you for going above and beyond, for pouring so much into your students, and for making this year such a positive and memorable experience. You are deeply appreciated—more than words can fully express.
- Kara S.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Bull truly goes above and beyond to make Avery feel safe, supported, and loved every single day, no matter what’s going on. Avery came home beaming, telling us, “Mrs. Bull said I’m the best mathematician in the class!” It’s those little moments, the stories she shares, and the fairness she shows that mean so much. We are incredibly grateful for the care and heart she pours into her classroom.
- Catelyn U.
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Mrs. Bull truly goes above and beyond to make Avery feel safe, supported, and loved every single day, no matter what’s going on. Avery came home beaming, telling us, “Mrs. Bull said I’m the best mathematician in the class!” It’s those little moments, the stories she shares, and the fairness she shows that mean so much. We are incredibly grateful for the care and heart she pours into her classroom.
- Catelyn U.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
The 1st grade concert was absolutely incredible. The whole show was so creative, fun and engaging. All of the 1st grade parents are so impressed with Ms. Harahuc and the job she did with these kids. They were all so excited and focused in. We appreciate her keeping the arts so fun and helping the kids be so passionate about them.
- Andie R.
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The 1st grade concert was absolutely incredible. The whole show was so creative, fun and engaging. All of the 1st grade parents are so impressed with Ms. Harahuc and the job she did with these kids. They were all so excited and focused in. We appreciate her keeping the arts so fun and helping the kids be so passionate about them.
- Andie R.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Paxton she’s a very dedicated teacher , who loves her classroom. My daughter , Caroline she made such a great improvement in all the fields due to her . Caroline loves her so much and she very grateful and blessed to have her ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
- Arina O.
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Mrs. Paxton she’s a very dedicated teacher , who loves her classroom. My daughter , Caroline she made such a great improvement in all the fields due to her . Caroline loves her so much and she very grateful and blessed to have her ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
- Arina O.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
I had the opportunity to meet Tracey during one of the new Agriprojects classes on site (Blue Shamrock Farms). It was an impromptu visit, I was finally able to put a face to a name. I learned so much from her and about her, and I must say I truly appreciate her for being such a pioneer for homeschoolers in Michigan. Her humility and encouragement were a breath of fresh air. She truly has a heart for all things OVA and just helping families with whatever they need to have the best tailored educational experience possible. There’s so much I can say about the beautiful person that she is! Everyone needs a Tracey in their lives.
- Chanel L.
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I had the opportunity to meet Tracey during one of the new Agriprojects classes on site (Blue Shamrock Farms). It was an impromptu visit, I was finally able to put a face to a name. I learned so much from her and about her, and I must say I truly appreciate her for being such a pioneer for homeschoolers in Michigan. Her humility and encouragement were a breath of fresh air. She truly has a heart for all things OVA and just helping families with whatever they need to have the best tailored educational experience possible. There’s so much I can say about the beautiful person that she is! Everyone needs a Tracey in their lives.
- Chanel L.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Kolasa is phenomenal! She has been a huge help to our pod and is great at managing multiple sites. She always has a smile on her face and willing to go an extra mile to help us out. We truly appreciate having her with our site!
- Maha
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Ms. Kolasa is phenomenal! She has been a huge help to our pod and is great at managing multiple sites. She always has a smile on her face and willing to go an extra mile to help us out. We truly appreciate having her with our site!
- Maha
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Bates is such and amazing teacher. She creates the most loving, joyful and engaging learning environment! She has made such a difference for our daughter! This year I have seen Charlotte bloom! She has become more engaged, more confident, and feels so loved and cared for at school! She has grown in her academics because Mrs. Bates has made her believe that she is capable and because she feels safe to be herself. Thank you Mrs. Bates for everything! Your legacy will live in my daughter forever and I'm forever grateful!
- Sarah W.
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Mrs. Bates is such and amazing teacher. She creates the most loving, joyful and engaging learning environment! She has made such a difference for our daughter! This year I have seen Charlotte bloom! She has become more engaged, more confident, and feels so loved and cared for at school! She has grown in her academics because Mrs. Bates has made her believe that she is capable and because she feels safe to be herself. Thank you Mrs. Bates for everything! Your legacy will live in my daughter forever and I'm forever grateful!
- Sarah W.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Collins has been our mentor teacher for a few years now and we have been so lucky to have her! She is always willing to help when we need extra support on at home work. She goes above and beyond to show her students that she cares about their success. She has been a key support person for our family to thrive with OVA.
- Adrienne H.
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Mrs. Collins has been our mentor teacher for a few years now and we have been so lucky to have her! She is always willing to help when we need extra support on at home work. She goes above and beyond to show her students that she cares about their success. She has been a key support person for our family to thrive with OVA.
- Adrienne H.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
The best way I can describe this exceptional woman is angel on earth! She is compassionate, creative, patient, intelligent and loves our son so much. Leigh Ann is a true demonstration of excellence in teaching. Our son has grown very much under her guidance and teaching. Not only that, she is extremely dedicated to our community and through the impactful work she does with her nonprofit Oxford Open Hands. Mrs. Huller makes a tremendous impact on the lives of everyone who interacts with her- without even trying. Now that is what I call an angel! We are so grateful she is part of our team.
- Jessica L.
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The best way I can describe this exceptional woman is angel on earth! She is compassionate, creative, patient, intelligent and loves our son so much. Leigh Ann is a true demonstration of excellence in teaching. Our son has grown very much under her guidance and teaching. Not only that, she is extremely dedicated to our community and through the impactful work she does with her nonprofit Oxford Open Hands. Mrs. Huller makes a tremendous impact on the lives of everyone who interacts with her- without even trying. Now that is what I call an angel! We are so grateful she is part of our team.
- Jessica L.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
We appreciate Mr. Jerry safely taking our kids to school each and every day! He personally says hello and goodbye and remembers each child's name and greets them with a smile. He cares about their well-being and safety. He even sneaks them a treat on half days and birthdays, making them feel extra loved and special. Thanks for all your do, Mr. Jerry!
- Jamie George
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We appreciate Mr. Jerry safely taking our kids to school each and every day! He personally says hello and goodbye and remembers each child's name and greets them with a smile. He cares about their well-being and safety. He even sneaks them a treat on half days and birthdays, making them feel extra loved and special. Thanks for all your do, Mr. Jerry!
- Jamie George
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Dear Mrs. Tanis,
I wanted to let you know how much I’ve been enjoying your class this year. I really like how you teach because you make the lessons interesting and easy to understand, which helps me stay focused and learn better. Whether we are diving into a new story or practicing our writing, you always explain things in a way that makes sense to me. I also appreciate how patient you are when I have questions and how you make the classroom a fun place to be. Thank you for being such a great teacher and for making English a class I look forward to every day!
- Aaliyah L.
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Dear Mrs. Tanis,
I wanted to let you know how much I’ve been enjoying your class this year. I really like how you teach because you make the lessons interesting and easy to understand, which helps me stay focused and learn better. Whether we are diving into a new story or practicing our writing, you always explain things in a way that makes sense to me. I also appreciate how patient you are when I have questions and how you make the classroom a fun place to be. Thank you for being such a great teacher and for making English a class I look forward to every day!
- Aaliyah L.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Wasmund was the best bridge for my kid between elementary and middle school. Not only does he understand the needs of sensory kids, he helps set every kid up
For independence and success. He was exactly the teacher my Lucas needed to get him ready for middle school. We are always grateful for Mr. Wasmund. Now Lucas is graduating high school, and it’s because of the organization skills Mr. Wasmund helped instill in him.
- Jennifer G.
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Mr. Wasmund was the best bridge for my kid between elementary and middle school. Not only does he understand the needs of sensory kids, he helps set every kid up
For independence and success. He was exactly the teacher my Lucas needed to get him ready for middle school. We are always grateful for Mr. Wasmund. Now Lucas is graduating high school, and it’s because of the organization skills Mr. Wasmund helped instill in him.
- Jennifer G.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Hackerd is one of a kind! She is a true role model. I’d like to express gratitude by praising her passion, dedication, and patience working with our kids who have learning disabilities. I admire her empathy, applauding her communication skills, and recognizing her influence and attention to our children’s individual needs - all while appreciating her unwavering support and continuous learning. Ms. Hackerd is respectful, professional, and above all kind. I wanted to thank you for all that you do; you’re a blessing to the students at Leonard Elementary!
- Lisa W.
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Ms. Hackerd is one of a kind! She is a true role model. I’d like to express gratitude by praising her passion, dedication, and patience working with our kids who have learning disabilities. I admire her empathy, applauding her communication skills, and recognizing her influence and attention to our children’s individual needs - all while appreciating her unwavering support and continuous learning. Ms. Hackerd is respectful, professional, and above all kind. I wanted to thank you for all that you do; you’re a blessing to the students at Leonard Elementary!
- Lisa W.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
My daughter had the pleasure of having Mrs. Ashley twice during her elementary school experience, in 2nd grade and again this year in 4th grade. My daughter is a quiet, shy and reserved person by nature, but her brain is active and full of wonderful logic. Her teacher, knowing my daughter has important contributions to make, has encouraged my daughter to participate and pushed her to break out of her shell. Mrs. Ashley has provided my daughter with several opportunities to grow her confidence this year by creating written and spoken agreements together that encourages my daughter to raise her hand, answer questions, and participate in class conversations when she would otherwise sit quiet. I’ve witnessed my daughter face her fears and grow in confidence with public speaking and I so appreciate her teacher taking note of this struggle and walking my daughter through it in a way that felt fair and motivating to my child. I truly believe she’s made a difference in how my daughter will approach school for the rest of her school-age years. Thank you Mrs. Ashley!
- Melody F.
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My daughter had the pleasure of having Mrs. Ashley twice during her elementary school experience, in 2nd grade and again this year in 4th grade. My daughter is a quiet, shy and reserved person by nature, but her brain is active and full of wonderful logic. Her teacher, knowing my daughter has important contributions to make, has encouraged my daughter to participate and pushed her to break out of her shell. Mrs. Ashley has provided my daughter with several opportunities to grow her confidence this year by creating written and spoken agreements together that encourages my daughter to raise her hand, answer questions, and participate in class conversations when she would otherwise sit quiet. I’ve witnessed my daughter face her fears and grow in confidence with public speaking and I so appreciate her teacher taking note of this struggle and walking my daughter through it in a way that felt fair and motivating to my child. I truly believe she’s made a difference in how my daughter will approach school for the rest of her school-age years. Thank you Mrs. Ashley!
- Melody F.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Hart is a truly wonderful 5th grade teacher who brings kindness, dedication, and heart into everything she does. She takes the time to understand each of her students as individuals, thoughtfully meeting their specific needs and helping them grow both academically and personally. Ms. Hart consistently encourages her students to believe in themselves, work hard, and strive to reach their full potential. Her classroom is a supportive and inspiring environment where students feel valued and motivated to do their best. Through her guidance and care, she not only helps her students succeed in the present, but also thoughtfully prepares them for a confident and successful transition to middle school next year. My son has loved learning with Ms. Hart this year! Thank you so much!
- Kelly L.
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Ms. Hart is a truly wonderful 5th grade teacher who brings kindness, dedication, and heart into everything she does. She takes the time to understand each of her students as individuals, thoughtfully meeting their specific needs and helping them grow both academically and personally. Ms. Hart consistently encourages her students to believe in themselves, work hard, and strive to reach their full potential. Her classroom is a supportive and inspiring environment where students feel valued and motivated to do their best. Through her guidance and care, she not only helps her students succeed in the present, but also thoughtfully prepares them for a confident and successful transition to middle school next year. My son has loved learning with Ms. Hart this year! Thank you so much!
- Kelly L.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Moses has been incredibly helpful to my daughter while she has been at the high school. He helped her feel comfortable and welcome as a freshman and has been a great resource for her over the years. He connects with her in a way that helps her succeed. I couldn't ask for more. According to her, he's the GOAT! Thank you, Mr. Moses.
- Christine T.
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Mr. Moses has been incredibly helpful to my daughter while she has been at the high school. He helped her feel comfortable and welcome as a freshman and has been a great resource for her over the years. He connects with her in a way that helps her succeed. I couldn't ask for more. According to her, he's the GOAT! Thank you, Mr. Moses.
- Christine T.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Dr Willoughby went beyond the call of duty to facilitate our Battle of the Books team “battle” when other teams dropped out. She was a role model of adults doing the right thing because it was the right thing to do. Thank you Dr Willoughby!💕
- Parcels V.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Boss is amazing! She goes above and beyond to get to know her students! My son loves bowling and he cant wait to tell her all about it! He feels loved, accepted, and safe going to school everyday! His love for learning has greatly improved this year because of it! 🫶
- Melissa W.
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Ms. Boss is amazing! She goes above and beyond to get to know her students! My son loves bowling and he cant wait to tell her all about it! He feels loved, accepted, and safe going to school everyday! His love for learning has greatly improved this year because of it! 🫶
- Melissa W.
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