🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
We feel so lucky to have Mrs. Collins as our son’s second grader teacher this year. It’s been incredible for the kids to see that she’s a published author; she leads by example and makes them excited about writing and the writing process. What we appreciate most, though, is how much heart she puts into building relationships. She has gone above and beyond to help our son work through all those big and small feelings, and because of her, he’s walked into school every day feeling confident. From teaching the kids about fair play to making sure they’re always challenged to do their best, Mrs. Collins just has a way of making every student feel supported. She’s been such a positive force in his life, and she will always hold the most special place in our hearts. We are extremely thankful for her love, support and guidance this year!
- Jamie G.
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We feel so lucky to have Mrs. Collins as our son’s second grader teacher this year. It’s been incredible for the kids to see that she’s a published author; she leads by example and makes them excited about writing and the writing process. What we appreciate most, though, is how much heart she puts into building relationships. She has gone above and beyond to help our son work through all those big and small feelings, and because of her, he’s walked into school every day feeling confident. From teaching the kids about fair play to making sure they’re always challenged to do their best, Mrs. Collins just has a way of making every student feel supported. She’s been such a positive force in his life, and she will always hold the most special place in our hearts. We are extremely thankful for her love, support and guidance this year!
- Jamie G.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
A caring and safe teacher plays a vital role in creating an environment where students feel secure, respected, and supported each day. Mrs. Watson consistently demonstrates patience, kindness, and attentiveness, ensuring that every child feels seen and valued. She fosters a classroom atmosphere built on trust, where students are encouraged to express themselves, ask questions, and grow both academically and emotionally. Her calm and reassuring presence helps students feel comfortable navigating challenges, knowing they have a dependable adult who genuinely cares about their well-being.
Beyond academics, Mrs. Watson prioritizes the safety and emotional health of their students, maintaining clear expectations while modeling respect and empathy. She is proactive in addressing concerns, communicate openly with families, and create a structured yet nurturing space where children can thrive. Her dedication goes beyond the classroom, as she takes the time to understand each student’s individual needs and support their development. This kind of teacher not only educates but also inspires confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.
- Angela H.
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A caring and safe teacher plays a vital role in creating an environment where students feel secure, respected, and supported each day. Mrs. Watson consistently demonstrates patience, kindness, and attentiveness, ensuring that every child feels seen and valued. She fosters a classroom atmosphere built on trust, where students are encouraged to express themselves, ask questions, and grow both academically and emotionally. Her calm and reassuring presence helps students feel comfortable navigating challenges, knowing they have a dependable adult who genuinely cares about their well-being.
Beyond academics, Mrs. Watson prioritizes the safety and emotional health of their students, maintaining clear expectations while modeling respect and empathy. She is proactive in addressing concerns, communicate openly with families, and create a structured yet nurturing space where children can thrive. Her dedication goes beyond the classroom, as she takes the time to understand each student’s individual needs and support their development. This kind of teacher not only educates but also inspires confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.
- Angela H.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
I wish everyone could see what a “day in the life” of a Clear Lake family looks like. Each morning when we arrive, we’re greeted by warm, smiling faces that set the tone for the entire day. As we pull up, Miss Quick is there making sure our kids safely cross in front of the buses. Just a few steps later, Mr. Matt and Mrs. Niemi are outside, welcoming each child with kindness and joy. At the door, Mrs. Gordon greets everyone with a smile, often alongside Lucy, the sweet therapy puppy who brings instant comfort and happiness to the kids!
And if you’ve ever walked into the front office as a parent, you know how special it is. Mrs. Bebout and Mrs. Bigelow somehow manage to juggle a million things at once, yet they always make you feel seen, known, and cared for. They know your name, your child, and exactly where to direct you, without ever making you feel like you’re just another task on their list.
Then there are the teachers, the heart of it all! Whether your child is in Mrs. Haviaras’ class or Mrs. Berger’s class, like mine, or any other classroom in the building, you quickly realize how lucky we are! Hearing my daughter come home and share how Mrs. Pizzo, Mrs. Ramos, and Mrs. De Vries all checked on her in a single day speaks volumes. Seeing my son light up because Mr. Matt gave him a high-five in the hallway reminds me just how much these small moments matter.
Every single day, I drop my children off feeling confident, supported, and deeply grateful. The care, attention, and love poured into our kids is nothing short of remarkable.
To every staff member, admin, teachers, specials teachers, support staff, lunch staff, you are the heartbeat of this school. It truly wouldn’t be the same without you! You have made the biggest impact on our family and we are forever grateful!
- The Westbrooks
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I wish everyone could see what a “day in the life” of a Clear Lake family looks like. Each morning when we arrive, we’re greeted by warm, smiling faces that set the tone for the entire day. As we pull up, Miss Quick is there making sure our kids safely cross in front of the buses. Just a few steps later, Mr. Matt and Mrs. Niemi are outside, welcoming each child with kindness and joy. At the door, Mrs. Gordon greets everyone with a smile, often alongside Lucy, the sweet therapy puppy who brings instant comfort and happiness to the kids!
And if you’ve ever walked into the front office as a parent, you know how special it is. Mrs. Bebout and Mrs. Bigelow somehow manage to juggle a million things at once, yet they always make you feel seen, known, and cared for. They know your name, your child, and exactly where to direct you, without ever making you feel like you’re just another task on their list.
Then there are the teachers, the heart of it all! Whether your child is in Mrs. Haviaras’ class or Mrs. Berger’s class, like mine, or any other classroom in the building, you quickly realize how lucky we are! Hearing my daughter come home and share how Mrs. Pizzo, Mrs. Ramos, and Mrs. De Vries all checked on her in a single day speaks volumes. Seeing my son light up because Mr. Matt gave him a high-five in the hallway reminds me just how much these small moments matter.
Every single day, I drop my children off feeling confident, supported, and deeply grateful. The care, attention, and love poured into our kids is nothing short of remarkable.
To every staff member, admin, teachers, specials teachers, support staff, lunch staff, you are the heartbeat of this school. It truly wouldn’t be the same without you! You have made the biggest impact on our family and we are forever grateful!
- The Westbrooks
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Mrs. Herrick. From the very beginning when my children started with OVA in middle school, she has been genuinely helpful, deeply dedicated to her role, consistently responsive, and approaches every interaction with warmth and friendliness. Her professionalism and positive attitude make her very easy to work with, and it’s clear she truly cares about her students’ growth and success. We have felt so fortunate to have her support over the years as my kids transitioned to high school and into OSEC and classes and activities at OHS. She is both a fantastic mentor and role model and we are grateful for the positive impact she had had on our children. OVA/OSEC is so lucky to have her as part of their team.
- Wendy J.
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We cannot say enough wonderful things about Mrs. Herrick. From the very beginning when my children started with OVA in middle school, she has been genuinely helpful, deeply dedicated to her role, consistently responsive, and approaches every interaction with warmth and friendliness. Her professionalism and positive attitude make her very easy to work with, and it’s clear she truly cares about her students’ growth and success. We have felt so fortunate to have her support over the years as my kids transitioned to high school and into OSEC and classes and activities at OHS. She is both a fantastic mentor and role model and we are grateful for the positive impact she had had on our children. OVA/OSEC is so lucky to have her as part of their team.
- Wendy J.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mrs. Prince is an invaluable source of support for our student and our family! She is genuinely an angel on Earth!
- Jessica C.
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Mrs. Prince is an invaluable source of support for our student and our family! She is genuinely an angel on Earth!
- Jessica C.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Hayward always has students staying after and coming early to her classroom. She has built a classroom of comfort, safety, and quality learning. Her Spanish club she started this year is thriving and I enjoy hearing all the students enjoying the activities she plans for them. She finds time to check in on her coworkers and makes her students feel valued, important, and special.
- Melissa M.
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Ms. Hayward always has students staying after and coming early to her classroom. She has built a classroom of comfort, safety, and quality learning. Her Spanish club she started this year is thriving and I enjoy hearing all the students enjoying the activities she plans for them. She finds time to check in on her coworkers and makes her students feel valued, important, and special.
- Melissa M.
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Dear Oxford High School Families,
Following this morning’s evacuation due to a natural gas odor, the building has been thoroughly assessed and cleared by the fire department. Students and staff have safely returned inside, and normal operations have resumed.
At this time, there are no safety concerns. Our team will continue working to determine the source of the odor.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Oxford Community Schools
🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
I would like to recognize Mrs. Harvey (3rd grade, OES)
She has helped Eloise grow not only academically, but also in confidence and independence. It’s clear she genuinely cares about each of her students and takes the time to understand their individual needs. Her dedication, creativity, and positive attitude has made such a lasting difference for Eloise, and we feel incredibly lucky to have her as Eloise’s 3rd grade teacher.
- Heidi
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I would like to recognize Mrs. Harvey (3rd grade, OES)
She has helped Eloise grow not only academically, but also in confidence and independence. It’s clear she genuinely cares about each of her students and takes the time to understand their individual needs. Her dedication, creativity, and positive attitude has made such a lasting difference for Eloise, and we feel incredibly lucky to have her as Eloise’s 3rd grade teacher.
- Heidi
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Dear Oxford High School Families,
This morning, we identified a strong natural gas odor in Oxford High School. Out of an abundance of caution, we have evacuated the entire building and moved students and staff outside while the situation is assessed.
The fire department is on-site and actively working to determine the source. We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your understanding.
- Oxford Community Schools
🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ruth has absolutely loved being a student of Mrs. Weckle this year. She has been so kind and enthusiastic in the classroom and helped Ruth and encouraged her when she was struggling. She also is very communicative and it’s clear that she really cares. Teacher of the year for sure!!!
- Andie R.
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Ruth has absolutely loved being a student of Mrs. Weckle this year. She has been so kind and enthusiastic in the classroom and helped Ruth and encouraged her when she was struggling. She also is very communicative and it’s clear that she really cares. Teacher of the year for sure!!!
- Andie R.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Daisy is kind, intelligent, proactive, patient and most importantly, believes in our son with all her heart! We feel it! She is everything an educator should be and we are grateful to the Oxford Special Education department for recruiting her as part of our team.
- Jessica and Tony L.
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Daisy is kind, intelligent, proactive, patient and most importantly, believes in our son with all her heart! We feel it! She is everything an educator should be and we are grateful to the Oxford Special Education department for recruiting her as part of our team.
- Jessica and Tony L.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Don is the best! Our bus stop is at our driveway and every morning he throws out a treat for our dog. It's our dogs favorite part of the day now, every day he begs to go outside 5-10 minutes before the bus comes and sits in the driveway to wait for his daily treat. Our son has also been running late once or twice and Mr. Don waited for him to come out so that he wouldn't miss the bus. THANK YOU!!!!
- Melissa D.
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Mr. Don is the best! Our bus stop is at our driveway and every morning he throws out a treat for our dog. It's our dogs favorite part of the day now, every day he begs to go outside 5-10 minutes before the bus comes and sits in the driveway to wait for his daily treat. Our son has also been running late once or twice and Mr. Don waited for him to come out so that he wouldn't miss the bus. THANK YOU!!!!
- Melissa D.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Mike, your presence each morning brings a sense of safety and comfort to both the students and us as parents. Thank you for your dedication, attentiveness, and the positive energy you bring to the school community. We truly appreciate all that you do!
-Vanessa N.
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Mr. Mike, your presence each morning brings a sense of safety and comfort to both the students and us as parents. Thank you for your dedication, attentiveness, and the positive energy you bring to the school community. We truly appreciate all that you do!
-Vanessa N.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
We are so grateful for Jessica Warrington—she just GETS my daughter in a way that feels truly special. It’s as if she was tailor-made for her, with a gift for making her feel seen, valued, and celebrated for exactly who she is. Her encouragement and motivation have created a space where my daughter hasn’t just learned, but thrived. What’s most beautiful is knowing this isn’t unique to us—she brings that same care and intention to every student in her class. Thank you for making such a difference!
- Megan D.
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We are so grateful for Jessica Warrington—she just GETS my daughter in a way that feels truly special. It’s as if she was tailor-made for her, with a gift for making her feel seen, valued, and celebrated for exactly who she is. Her encouragement and motivation have created a space where my daughter hasn’t just learned, but thrived. What’s most beautiful is knowing this isn’t unique to us—she brings that same care and intention to every student in her class. Thank you for making such a difference!
- Megan D.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
I am beyond grateful that my daughter was placed in Mrs. Leroy’s kindergarten class this year. We were super nervous for our Covid baby to start school full time, and she has done nothing but thrive in kindergarten all thanks to her teacher! Mrs. LeRoy is so kind, patient, and thoughtful. Every interaction we’ve had with Mrs. LeRoy has been nothing but positive and reassuring. Her attitude and overall demeanor is pure joy and she is everything you would ever hope for as an educator of young children. Thank you Mrs. LeRoy for making Hannah’s first year of school a magical place to be!
- Kellie B.
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I am beyond grateful that my daughter was placed in Mrs. Leroy’s kindergarten class this year. We were super nervous for our Covid baby to start school full time, and she has done nothing but thrive in kindergarten all thanks to her teacher! Mrs. LeRoy is so kind, patient, and thoughtful. Every interaction we’ve had with Mrs. LeRoy has been nothing but positive and reassuring. Her attitude and overall demeanor is pure joy and she is everything you would ever hope for as an educator of young children. Thank you Mrs. LeRoy for making Hannah’s first year of school a magical place to be!
- Kellie B.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Mr. Leigh makes his Financial Management class engaging and applicable for students. His lessons will have a long-lasting impact on his students!
- Melissa C.
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Mr. Leigh makes his Financial Management class engaging and applicable for students. His lessons will have a long-lasting impact on his students!
- Melissa C.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
We couldn’t have asked for a better DK teacher! She is kind, loves her students and her students love her!
- Jaelyn S.
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We couldn’t have asked for a better DK teacher! She is kind, loves her students and her students love her!
- Jaelyn S.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Ms. Paula is dedicated to her job and her students. She has been driving my kids for 9 years. She is always, kind, professional and punctual. Ms. Paula’s calm demeanor and thoughtful driving ensures safety. She also takes time to make the kids feel special, whether it’s giving them candy on Halloween or greeting them in the morning. We’re grateful she is our driver.
- Jenna B.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
Thank you for always being helpful, and for your quick help and responses. We appreciate you!
- Nichole M.
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Thank you for always being helpful, and for your quick help and responses. We appreciate you!
- Nichole M.
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🌟 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟
I would like to recognize Kelly Pizzo, Family School Liaison at Clear Lake Elementary, for the difference she has made for my son Theo this year. She consistently goes above and beyond through her support, communication, and encouragement. Kelly creates a welcoming environment for families, keeps everyone informed, and shows genuine care for each student. Her dedication truly makes a difference and is deeply appreciated.
- Kim D.
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I would like to recognize Kelly Pizzo, Family School Liaison at Clear Lake Elementary, for the difference she has made for my son Theo this year. She consistently goes above and beyond through her support, communication, and encouragement. Kelly creates a welcoming environment for families, keeps everyone informed, and shows genuine care for each student. Her dedication truly makes a difference and is deeply appreciated.
- Kim D.
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