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We are so lucky to have Ashley in your class. Thank you for making Distance Learning so much fun.
We love you.
The LaRatta family.

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Beresford staff make Beresford what it is. We are one lucky community and we are grateful to be part of it.  Thank you for all the hard work and dedication and for everything that you all do for the kids and the parents too.
We love you guys
The LaRatta family.

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We love you Jorge. We appreciate everything that you do for the kids and the rest of the staff. You are amazing and  you are the best. Beresford is the cleanest school in the whole world. Thank you for always having time to help anyone that needs your help.
We will never forget you.
Love always,
The LaRatta family.

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I can't say enough how grateful we are to be part of the Beresford family! The tight knit team that you are is evident in everything you do, and the love you have for educating children is clear. In a year of uncertainty, your dedication to making school a great experience (no matter how!) provided a much-needed constant for the kids. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!

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Thank you for continuing to grow a love of reading through virtual school and back in person! Getting to go to the library this week was our daughter's highlight!

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We aren't able to come on campus, but if we could we'd see your hard work and dedication everywhere! We know how much heart and soul you put into making our school beautiful, and how much extra was involved in preparing campus for the kids to come back. Thank you!!

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Thank you for your compassionate and determined leadership in a year that was unlike any other! Keeping the parents in the loop and being so transparent and upfront was so critical in a year of so much change. I'm so glad that you're our principal!
Sue-Ellen Atkinson

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Thank you for bringing your amazing energy, love, and support everyday to the kids (and parents) at Beresford. You are making the world a better place moment by moment and I see it right before my eyes in my kids! Thank you for giving your all during this crazy time... you are the "glue" that has held our lives together and provided support for my children "outside the family" which has helped them feel safe and loved this year. From "Robot Good morning," desk pets, and "What are the things we miss?" (Mrs. BV), to "It's ok if you don't know the answer on Benchmark, just write 'I don't know'" (Ms. Mah), to "No worries, read ANY book, and the constant unspoken, gentle message that "we are going to be OK" (Ms. Althea), and story time where my son would be excited get in a cozy spot and read and it brought peace and smiles over our home, (Mrs. Moir), to Mrs. Felix being such a positive presence, always organized, communicative, and efficient with the best interest of all... and of course the backbone of the school Mr. Jorge and all the positive vibes he has given both my sons just through his kindness during this time... All of these things big and small have given us so much peace & support as a family. I can't say it enough, THANK YOU.

And a HUGE thank you to the PTA who keeps so much in motion (and me not missing pajama day)!

With so much gratitude,
Amie Tyler

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Words aren't enough to thank you for the kindness, compassion, and determination you taught our kids this year. Through full time distance learning into hybrid and now full time in person, you didn't miss a beat. We are so grateful you're Caroline's teacher!
Sue-Ellen Atkinson

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Thank you for being the best custodian ever. I love that you are so nice and kind. Thank you for all you do for our school.

Love,
Ben Tyler

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I would like to thank Ms. Mah for being my teacher. She always made sure we finished our work. She always made us laugh about her baby nephew Nicolas and we laughed that she loves food so much!

Love,
Ben Tyler

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I would like to thank Ms. Althea for being my teacher. I just feel so happy I got to have her as one of my teachers. Ms. Althea never rushed! She always said "take your time." And I always felt like, "Ah, I can do this." I appreciate her so much!

Love,
Ben Tyler

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I would like to thank Mrs. Buenavista for being such a fun teacher. She always tries to get to everybody as fast as she can if they need help. She makes me feel so happy to come to school. Also, she tries to make every assignment FUN. And also, thank you for being a great teacher. I'm so lucky I have Ms. BV as my teacher!!!!!!!

Love,
Ben Tyler

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Ms.moir, you are the best school librarian I’ve ever had in my life. Love Kayleena

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you are one of the best teachers i've had so far.
from, Alonzo Deleon

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I am so happy to have you as a teacher this year.
Love Kayleena Deleon

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You have been a great therapist for us and we miss you so much.

Love Kayleena

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Thank you for everything you have done to make our students feel safe and welcomed back to school. We are so lucky to have such dedicated staff that love and care for our children like their own. Beresford REALLY is a GREAT PLACE!

-Kathy DeLeon

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Thank you you for reading books in the morning. It is so much fun to listen to you read!

Audrey Keefer

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Thank you for being an awesome teacher!

Audrey Keefer

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Thank you so much for all that you do! Nathan is so lucky to have you as his K teacher.

Athena Serapio

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I don't even know what to say. I can't believe how lucky we are that Monroe got to spend this time in your classroom. What a match.

Amanda Duquette

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Thanks for playing the "long game." You have taught Arcadia lessons that will help her all through life. I can't imagine how much patience it has taken. Your online classroom has been a loving, consistent, and safe space and I'm very grateful.

Amanda Duquette

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Thank you for whatever magic you used to turn things around for a kid who was hating "online school." We will be forever grateful.

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I love how the kids "shh" me if I'm making too much noise around the house while you read aloud. Our noisy house becomes a library when you show up on the screen.

Amanda Duquette

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I can’t believe how much you have helped Luke to grow as a reader and writer over Google meets!  I never would have imagined that he would be able to make so much progress.  Thank you for being so patient and positive!

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Thank you for making this such a wonderful year for your class!  I love that you have still found ways to build community and implement STEM activities.  Thanks especially for all of the great books you have shared with Kate, she has learned so much.

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Thank you thank you for keeping everything together for both of my kids this year. They’ve handled every transition smoothly and it’s got a lot to do with all of YOU! Jenny

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Thank you for all your hard work this school year! We know it took a lot of work making distance learning successful and you did a wonderful job. Audrey really enjoyed being in your class and misses you!

Beth Keefer

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Thank you, Ms. Nisha, for all of your time, effort, and dedication to our children! I am so happy that, despite the exceptional challenges of this school year, Leo has a teacher who has taken time to get to know him and to cultivate his joy of learning.

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Thank you for all that you do to keep Beresford up and running! We always appreciate your warm, positive energy!

Beth Keefer

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Thank you for your awesome communication and positive outlook! You are doing an amazing job and Beresford is lucky to have you!

Beth Keefer

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Thank you so much for all that you do! You're an incredibly dedicated teacher and it shows! Thank you for making school fun and keeping students engaged virtually. Audrey adores you and we are so grateful that she has such a wonderful and caring teacher.

Beth Keefer

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Thank you Ms. Bottani! You are a great teacher! You are very fun.
Annabelle

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Thank you for the time and care you take in selecting library books to match the students.  Camille is so excited to see what you'll choose for her and usually has it read within a day or two!  I love watching her love to read.

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Thank you for always being available and involved with the Beresford kids.  It's been so reassuring knowing you were in charge when sanitized surfaces seemed the most important things but even more than that, it's so wonderful to watch you interact with them - it's so clear how protective you are of their feelings and their safety!

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Audrey looks forward to your read aloud every week! Just this morning she said "I love when Mrs. Moir reads to us!" It puts a smile on her face every time so thank you for continuing to read to the children during a time when going to the library isn't possible. Also, thank you for all the time and energy you put into selecting library books for the students. We appreciate you!

Beth Keefer

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Thank you so much for teaching me and the rest of the 5th grade class. It is a blast learning from you and I am happy that  you are my teacher.
-Ben

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Thank you so much for taking over Lunch Bunch - it is such an extra treat to make them feel connected and we're so lucky to have you!

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It has been such a treat to hear my student talking to you on her asynchronous days - she loves talking math with you!

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Thank you for your enthusiasm and engagement with your 4th graders - the way you encourage all of their ideas (even as they increase your workload) has been amazing to hear!

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Thank you so much for your amazing communication during this very different year, and your first one!  I hope all your future years at Beresford are a lot less interesting!

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Thank you for your patience and engagement with the 1st graders.  It wasn't easy to help one of them navigate online learning, I can only imagine what helping 24 must have been like!

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This has been a crazy year of change and transition, and I so appreciate all the hard work each one of you has done to keep things as consistent and calm for all of our students as possible.  I've wiped tears from my eyes at distribution days and just from the thoughtful simplicity of a book perfectly chosen for my daughter.
We're so lucky to have the best staff at Beresford and want to make sure you know how seen all your effort is!