We are beyond grateful for Mrs. George, with both of our boys having her for their 2nd grade teacher! She has made such a lasting impact on both of them. Connor is the lucky one to have her this year, and it has been amazing watching his confidence grow in reading and writing. Her kind, caring and patient demeanor goes a long way and makes each student feel seen, supported and comfortable in the classroom. We are so happy to have Mrs. George as a great teacher and friend.
- Jill B.
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Mrs. Leach has been so supportive of our reading and educational journey and we are so thankful of the growth that has come from it!
- Katy H.
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Mrs. Harris is simply the best. She is truly one of the kindest people I have ever met, and her warmth shines through in everything she does. She is a wonderful communicator who makes my son feel so special. I love receiving her updates and the pictures she sends—they always brighten my day. Mrs. Harris is making a huge impact on our son’s educational experience, and it means so much to know he has such a caring, supportive adult to turn to when he’s away from home. We are so grateful for all that she does!
- Jessica R.
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I cannot begin to say enough good things about Ms Alexa and Mr Zach! They are awesome at communicating and quick to respond which I really appreciate! My daughter absolutely loves going to school and they treat her like their own. She feels safe and comfortable with them and that’s all I could ever want as a parent.
- Stephanie N.
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Ms. Kathy is truly wonderful. She is so kind, fun, and engaging, and our daughter absolutely loves coming to school because of her. Ms. Kathy always takes the time to get down to her level and really listens to every word she says, making her feel valued and understood. We appreciate all that she does and are so grateful to have such a caring and compassionate person looking out for our daughter every day at school.
-Jessica R.
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Awesome coach. Cares about every athlete on the team and makes them all feel special regardless of athlete’s ability. She builds confidence and makes them believe they can accomplish their goals.
- Colleen C.
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Mrs. Horton always has a smile on her face. Her positivity and hard work are really appreciated.
-Sarah H.
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Mrs. Richardson is such a wonderful teacher! She creates such a loving and engaging environment in her classroom. My son loves going to school and comes home every day with something interesting that he has learned! I have seen him grow so much this year and it is truly invaluable to have a teacher who fosters a love of learning at a young age like Mrs. Richardson! In our conversations at home Jack calls Mrs. Richardson his friend, which just makes me feel wonderful about sending him to a place that he feels so loved and seen! Thank you for everything you do each day! Mrs. Richardson, we love you!
- Sarah W.
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We have been so lucky to have Mrs. Dorman for our ova mentor teacher this year. She has been so positive and supportive as we transitioned our student from seated school to virtual. She is great at communicating regularly and giving extra support and assistance if needed. We appreciate having her as our mentor teacher!
- Adrienne H.
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Ms. Jaimee has been the best GSRP teacher for our daughter, Anna. As the school year comes to a close, Anna has grown in so many ways due to the care and efforts of Ms. Jaimee. We are all going to miss her next year as Anna heads to kindergarten, but we cannot thank her enough for a great year!
- The Kubina Family
Ms. Jaimee has made such an impact on Dakota during his year at GSRP! He has type 1 diabetes and she has been amazing with it and Dakota and myself appreciate it so so much. He talks about it all the time and we are so grateful we had such an amazing teacher willing to learn and adapt for Dakota for his first year at school!
-Courtney W.
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When I first met Pam, I was searching for a school to call home for our son who has so much potential and talent, but had thus far been seen as “less than” and incapable of being as successful as other children. Pam immediately restored my faith in the K-12 system and has consistently gone the extra mile to learn about his disabilities and make sure our son feels not only safe, but competent, cared for and accommodated to his actual needs. She truly is a disability champion like no other administrator I have seen.
- Jessica L.
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Mrs. Jesmore has been an amazing 4th grade teacher for our son! She creates such a positive and fun environment in the classroom and it has really helped my son flourish. He has told me several times this year that he loves school and it’s been a fun year! We are so grateful for Mrs. Jesmore!!
-Jill B.
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Mrs. Butts consistently guides me in the right direction when it comes to my future career goals. She takes the time to make sure I have accurate information when making decisions about my education. She’s also a welcoming and friendly presence whenever I walk into the school
- Terry W.
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This Toddler 2 dynamic duo deserves the biggest, most heartfelt shoutout! Ms. Bobbie and Ms. Taylor are truly one of a kind. The love, care, and dedication they pour into their classroom each day does not go unnoticed. They create such a warm, safe, and joyful environment for their little wildcats.
Their patience is incredible, and the way they nurture, guide, and encourage each little personality is so special. It takes a truly remarkable kind of person to do what they do, and we feel so lucky to have them shaping and caring for our child. Thank you for everything you do!
- Bridget B.
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Mr. Hill, jazz band director, has had a profound impact on his students. He has introduce my son and students to a wide variety of musical styles beyond jazz, broadening their understanding and appreciation of music. Through his daily encouragement and dedication, he consistently invests in their growth, both musically and personally. His passion, knowledge, and commitment make him truly deserving of this nomination.
- Belinda T.
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We are so thankful for the care and positivity that Ms. Harvey brings to the classroom each day. She creates a fun, structured environment with routines that help the kids feel comfortable and confident. You have been so great with communication and it helps parents to feel a part of their child’s day. Thank you for always providing hugs and love with every emotion, bump, and bruise!
Thank you for all that you do—you are truly appreciated!
- Kara S.
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Mr. Wright's bus ride is the highlight of Hunter's day! They share in their love of sports and he is always sharing updates with him on what's going on in the sports world. He even went out of his way to get Hunter a signed card at an event he went to. Also he gives them candy on Fridays 😀 Mr Wright always greets us at 6:15 am with a friendly smile and asks Veronica how she is doing. He bought an entire box of fundraising chocolate from her last year! He's just all around such a blessing and the kids are very lucky to have him in their daily routine.
- Colleen C.
Mr. Wright makes all the students on his bus feel special. He handles problems, and disrespectful students with grace and ease. He hands out thoughtful treats, and greets the students with a smile. This is not an easy job and he is ready and awesome. We live on some rough dirt roads so we appreciate the safe trip home he provides! Thanks for being so kind and caring going the extra mile to make our kids feel special and safe.
-Melissa M.
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My daughter looks forward to go to school and see Ms. Laura. She makes my daughter feel like family!
- Sarah H.
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Ms. Melanie is the best! My daughter loves going to school everyday! Estelle loves when Ms. Melanie reads her books and plays with her. Estelle says “Thank you Ms. Melanie! I really love you!”
- Jillian B.
Shout out to Ms. Melanie! She is incredibly kind and caring, and we feel so lucky that our daughter gets to spend her days with someone who truly understands and values her. Ms. Melanie’s engaging and fun approach to teaching has made school a place our daughter genuinely loves. She is also a wonderful communicator, always keeping us updated and making us feel connected to our daughter’s school experience. We are so grateful for the positive impact Ms. Melanie has had on our daughter’s life—thank you for everything you do!
-Jessica R.
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From the moment we met Mr. Tootalian at curriculum night, it was clear he was a truly dedicated teacher. On the first day of school, our daughter came home with so much excitement about how math relates to the world and her life, and this excitement has only grown as the year has progressed. She is always eager to share new concepts with us, as well as challenging games and puzzles that she learns in class. This is all because of Mr. Tootalian. He is able to teach his students how to break down challenging concepts into simple, understandable steps, and helps mathematics feel much more approachable for those who find it challenging. Mr. Tootalian’s love for the subject area and his students shines bright. It’s no surprise that he also dedicates many evenings, weekends, and summers to teaching math at various levels. Thank you for everything you do, Mr. Tootalian!
- Jackie N.
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