Paul and his family would like to share their heartfelt appreciation for the teachers and staff at Etiwanda Intermediate for the incredible support and care they have shown throughout the school year.
They shared that being a teacher is about so much more than experience or a diploma. It is also about the compassion and empathy needed to support students with different personalities, abilities, and experiences. The family is grateful for the safe and welcoming environment created at EIS, where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and have fun.
A special shoutout was given to Ms. Sprague, Ms. Haliburton, Mr. Whitehead, and Mr. Estes, along with everyone who played a role in helping their son reach his goals from day one.
Thank you, EIS, for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of students and future leaders!
They shared that being a teacher is about so much more than experience or a diploma. It is also about the compassion and empathy needed to support students with different personalities, abilities, and experiences. The family is grateful for the safe and welcoming environment created at EIS, where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and have fun.
A special shoutout was given to Ms. Sprague, Ms. Haliburton, Mr. Whitehead, and Mr. Estes, along with everyone who played a role in helping their son reach his goals from day one.
Thank you, EIS, for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of students and future leaders!
Ms. Jensen is being recognized for the incredible difference she has made in Alaya’s life. Her tireless efforts, along with her unique blend of teaching expertise and caring demeanor, have created a nurturing environment where Alaya has been able to thrive.
The family feels fortunate to have her as Alaya’s teacher and mentor and shares sincere appreciation for all she has done.
The family feels fortunate to have her as Alaya’s teacher and mentor and shares sincere appreciation for all she has done.
The Pope family would like to give a huge shoutout to Dr. V at West Heritage Elementary School for always going above and beyond for all students. They truly appreciate all that she does to support and care for the school community!
Benito and his family would like to give a special shoutout to Mrs. DaCosta and Ms. Jennie at West Heritage CLOUDS Program for being amazing preschool teachers.
They would also like to thank Ms. Angie and Ms. Alejandra for all they do for the children in their care. Together, this team has given Benito the best possible start as a student!
They would also like to thank Ms. Angie and Ms. Alejandra for all they do for the children in their care. Together, this team has given Benito the best possible start as a student!
A big shoutout to Ms. Evans for an incredible first year of teaching! Sonny’s family shared how much he loved going to school every day and how much he has grown this year in reading and writing.
Thank you, Ms. Evans, for creating such a positive and supportive classroom environment. Your dedication and care made a lasting impact, and Sonny’s family feels so lucky he was part of your class this year!
Thank you, Ms. Evans, for creating such a positive and supportive classroom environment. Your dedication and care made a lasting impact, and Sonny’s family feels so lucky he was part of your class this year!
The Morris family would like to thank Mrs. Oceguera for the kindness, empathy, and special care she gave their daughter this year. She always went above and beyond for each of her students, creating warm and loving relationships that extended beyond the walls of her classroom. She will always hold a special place in their family’s hearts, and they are so grateful for the years they had with her. Thank you for simply being you, Mrs. Oceguera!
Mrs. Izaguirre rallied her fourth grade class from last year for one final picture before promoting this morning. This amazing group of students forever changed her life more than they will ever know, and this picture will proudly hang in her office to remind her of the impact they’ve made. She is so proud of them and can’t wait to watch them grow and thrive in middle school and beyond!
A special We Win High Five from the Burtons to Mrs. Cross, an AMAZING 2nd grade teacher at Grapeland Elementary, for the love, patience, and dedication she poured into Zayne this school year. Watching him grow academically, emotionally, and personally has been such a blessing. Thank you for helping him shine, believe in himself, and make so much progress this year. The Burton family appreciates the lasting impact Mrs. Cross has made more than words can say!
Here are a few photos from the Grapeland Elementary School PTA presenting retiring Mrs. Oceguera with a plaque of recognition in honor of her years of dedication and service to Grapeland Elementary School.
The Grapeland community is grateful for the care, support, and lasting impact she has made on students, families, and staff throughout the years. Wishing Mrs. Oceguera all the best in her retirement!
The Grapeland community is grateful for the care, support, and lasting impact she has made on students, families, and staff throughout the years. Wishing Mrs. Oceguera all the best in her retirement!
A big shoutout to the amazing 4th grade team at Golden! Thank you for the care, teamwork, and positivity you bring each and every day. Your dedication makes a difference for students and staff alike, and every day is better because of all of you!
Mrs. Miller is being recognized for the incredible impact she has had on Saphoora’s growth this year. Her unwavering dedication and patience, especially during challenging times, have been a constant source of inspiration.
She has empowered Saphoora to believe in herself and strive for excellence, a gift that will stay with her forever. A heartfelt thank you for all she has done!
She has empowered Saphoora to believe in herself and strive for excellence, a gift that will stay with her forever. A heartfelt thank you for all she has done!
A huge shoutout to the APE crew, Bryce and Nicole, for going above and beyond all school year long! Through their dedication and creativity, the Special Day Classes were included in so many fun-filled events that students looked forward to all year.
The Grapeland TK-1 SDC Crew is so grateful for the extra time, effort, and care they poured into making every student feel included and celebrated. Their hard work did not go unnoticed, and their impact meant so much to students, staff, and families alike. Thank you for creating such meaningful memories and school experiences for all!
The Grapeland TK-1 SDC Crew is so grateful for the extra time, effort, and care they poured into making every student feel included and celebrated. Their hard work did not go unnoticed, and their impact meant so much to students, staff, and families alike. Thank you for creating such meaningful memories and school experiences for all!
What a special moment at West Heritage Elementary! First grader Diego was excited to have his father, David Paredes, attend his awards ceremony after returning home from active military duty. The West Heritage community is grateful for his service and proud to celebrate this meaningful moment with their family.
What a fun way for the Heritage Intermediate Hawks to end the year strong with a Testing Celebration! From hard work and perseverance to plenty of smiles and school spirit, students celebrated all they accomplished this year. Way to go, Hawks!
The East Heritage PE staff would like to take a moment to recognize Dylan for the incredible impact he has had on the childcare students. His patience, kindness, and genuine engagement with each child do not go unnoticed.
Whether he is playing alongside them, encouraging them, making them laugh, or ensuring every child feels included and valued, he consistently brings a positive energy to every interaction. The children light up around him and clearly feel safe, comfortable, and excited when he is involved.
Dylan leads by example through meaningful connections, enthusiasm, care, and heart. He makes every moment fun while remaining attentive and supportive.
The East Heritage PE staff is grateful to have Dylan as part of the team. His dedication, warmth, and ability to build authentic relationships with students make a lasting impact every day. Thank you, Dylan, for all that you do!
Whether he is playing alongside them, encouraging them, making them laugh, or ensuring every child feels included and valued, he consistently brings a positive energy to every interaction. The children light up around him and clearly feel safe, comfortable, and excited when he is involved.
Dylan leads by example through meaningful connections, enthusiasm, care, and heart. He makes every moment fun while remaining attentive and supportive.
The East Heritage PE staff is grateful to have Dylan as part of the team. His dedication, warmth, and ability to build authentic relationships with students make a lasting impact every day. Thank you, Dylan, for all that you do!
Miss Cross not only supports her students in the classroom, but she also goes above and beyond to support them in every way she can. A big shoutout to Miss Cross for coming out and cheering on her students at the Little League Division Championship game!
Congratulations to Levi, Johnathon, and Dominic for representing their class so well and showing what true teamwork looks like.
Congratulations to Levi, Johnathon, and Dominic for representing their class so well and showing what true teamwork looks like.
The Morris family would like to thank Mrs. Buchairelli for the dedication, kindness, and encouragement she gave their daughter every single day. Their daughter’s confidence, social and academic skills, and love for learning have soared this year, and it is all due to her incredible teacher. They could not have asked for a better kindergarten year and will always be grateful for the impact Mrs. Buchairelli has made on their daughter’s life. Thank you, Mrs. Buchairelli!
Shoutout to Mrs. Johal at Grapeland from her student, Nolen, who would like to thank her for being the best 2nd grade teacher and helping her grow in confidence!
The family of Orlando would like to share how proud they are of him for an amazing school year. He has shown consistent hard work, dedication, respect, and kindness every day.
His mom, dad, and Dua are beyond proud of all his accomplishments this year. They encourage him to keep shining, continue believing in himself, and always give his best.
High five to an awesome year, Orlando!
His mom, dad, and Dua are beyond proud of all his accomplishments this year. They encourage him to keep shining, continue believing in himself, and always give his best.
High five to an awesome year, Orlando!
The Escobar family would like to thank Madison’s 7th grade Home & Switch teachers, Mrs. Garcia and Mrs. Christian, for their leadership and guidance this school year. Because of their support and encouragement, Madison was able to step out of her comfort zone and make Leadership for next year! Thank you for always being there for her and helping her grow.
