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Thanks for helping our students find the right words to express themselves! We appreciate your work and kindness towards our students!

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Shout out to Ms. Stenholm, long term art teacher, for engaging students with making beautiful 3-dimensional artwork using a variety of materials. The students have loved making their sculptures!

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Shout out to our team for making this school the best place it can be! Let's continue making a difference in the lives of our students and their families.

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Thank you for the care and love you provide our students. They think the world of you. We appreciate the gentleness you care for kids (and firmness - when needed) and the guidance you offer them. Gracias.

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Today we celebrate our three incredible administrative professionals! Your hard work, care, and steady support keep our school running each and every day. We are so grateful for all you do and for the kindness, dedication, and heart you bring to our school community. Thank you for being amazing!

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We want to let Mrs. Helms know we appreciate all the work she's done to support staff, hold students accountable with discipline, and helping students be successful. Thank you for all you do to make our school, work for all of us. You are amazing!

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Thank you for our Paras who always rise to the occasion to save the day. We appreciate everything you do to support our staff and students. Your work is valuable and we recognize you for it. Enjoy your day!

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🌟 Happy National School Social Work Week! 🌟

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🌟 Happy National School Social Work Week! 🌟

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Big cheers to our social work dream team:

Lindsey – steady, real, reliable, and always ready with the honest take we all need. You bring the calm and the clarity.

Marisa – making connections like it’s your superpower and somehow keeping our whole crew energized without caffeine. Truly a marvel.

Fiona – our fabulous intern who jumped right in and instantly started building trust with students and families.

Thanks for supporting kids, families, and the rest of us who pretend we have it together. We’re lucky to have you!

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It's your birthday! We're gonna party like it's your birthday! Even if it's actually social worker day instead! Thank you for helping our students and families get what they need when they need it!

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Shout out to Mrs.Borjon for the dedication and time she has put into learning this new math curriculum. The high expectations she has for her students are felt the minute one walks into her classroom. Mrs. Borjon your efforts do not go unnoticed and we are lucky to have you at our building.

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Shout out to Mrs. Bryant for connecting with so many of our students—from the littles to the MS students. We are so lucky to have this AMAZING teacher at our building. You bring so much fun and exciting opportunities for our Hawks.

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Shout out to our paras for cleaning the teacher's lounge during conferences! Thank you guys so much:)

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Thank you so much for all of the hard work you do to support our students and staff! We are so fortunate to have a great duo to lead lessons in our classrooms, spend time with our students that may need it, and just generally care about the current and future experiences of our students! YAY YOU!

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For Danielle Derstein
In busy halls where questions grow,
You’re the calm our students know.
From little worries to bigger fears,
You guide with patience through their years.

With kindness steady, warm, and true,
You lift their hearts in all you do.
Elementary smiles, middle school strides—
You’re the light that gently guides.

For every moment, big or small,
We’re grateful for your care for all.
Thank you, Danielle, every day—
For helping our students find their way. 💛

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Gracias por letting Equity Club use your space (and sometimes materials)

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I keep forgetting how great my MS team really is. They stepped in when I wasn't feeling well, they know I don't like asking for help. Thank you for helping me survive the day so I could get home and recover. You guys really are the best.

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Shout out to all the staff who are outside in the pouring rain greeting the kids in the morning! Also thank you to nurse Brooke for letting them borrow a blow dryer to dry themselves LOL

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She keeps our team organized, prepared, and running smoothly. She’s basically the computer person and memory for her team—and honestly, we’d be lost without her. Amber for the win! 👏💙

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Shout out to EVERYONE for coming in and getting right to it! The students are doing well because you are doing great!

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If you haven't taken the time, go check out the first grade team's SWAY/newsletter they sent out! I want to learn to make one for my families! Great use of technology to communicate about the amazing things happening in your classrooms!

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Mr. Meyers, we are so so fortunate to have you as a member of our Horace Mann team! You radiate positivity and warmth in every classroom you enter! Thank you for being AMAZING.

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Congratulations to our dear Martha! This weekend, Martha graduates with her bachelor's degree in elementary education! Your hard work is paying off and I'm so proud of you!

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Shout out to Rosario!!! Today, we came up with our holiday craft and asked her to help us make it come to life. She immediately responded and took pictures of all students without any hesitation. We know you are very busy so we truly appreciate your willingness to help us out. THANK YOU!!!!

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Rachel - your english intervention is incredibly organized, targeted towards areas of need, and I can tell how intentional you are with your planning! By being so organized and intentional you support students and staff during interventions! THANK YOU! ❤️

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I know it's hard coming back from any kind of break, short or long. Everyone is doing an amazing job and making sure our students feel welcomed back. We have to keep pushing through so we can rest and take in our winter break. WE GOT THIS. It's hard work but we can do it. We can do anything.

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Just wanted to give a shout out to all of the coaches, the people who helped with GOTR this year and for all the running buddies we had. As always, it was awesome and we loved to see our HM family supporting one another the whole race. If you see any of the girls that participated in the race or staff/family give them a huge WOOHOO! You guys rock. GIRLS ROCK.

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Shout out to Mrs. Limon for all the roles she plays in our building. Your dedication and expertise is appreciated. If we need help finding resources, you are there. If we need help planning, you are there. If we just need a listening ear, you are there. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

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Thank you for providing our much needed morning energy

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Gracias for teaching your students about equity!!

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From tiny shoes in kinder halls,
To middle schoolers standing tall,
You guide with care, a steady light,
Helping hearts and minds take flight.

In every grade, through every day,
You listen, lead, and gently stay—
A calming voice, a helping hand,
You help our students understand.

So here’s to you, with grateful cheer,
For all you do throughout the year.
Sarah, you’re a guiding star—
We’re better because of who you are.

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Our staff looks out for each other! Special thanks to Martha for checking to make sure Lucio's window blinds were closed when I was teaching a Counselor lesson! ❤️

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Ms. Teter has been a much appreciated advocate for the Wichita Academic League team this year, encouraging students to join and actively supporting the team. Thank you.

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Today, the tardy carts were incredibly busy! Thank you so much to Janet for assisting in monitoring and keeping voice levels low! Thank you to Jennifer for grabbing a clipboard and jumping in to give out passes! You both are so so appreciated!

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Sr. Pepe, gracias por guiarnos en la oración. Fue hermoso e inspirador.

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Thank you to Fernanda Belton for organizing a fabulous event for Dia de los Muertos and Trick or Treat. Shout out to all the helpers too. It was a great event with lots of people interacting in all areas. :)

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Much thanks to our counselor for her work, great ideas, and support at the HS orientation night. The parents left very informed and grateful for the information they received.

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Thank you for providing the wonderful hand soaps that hopefully will keep our paws from looking like this guy's

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To Monica and Jennifer, with Grateful Hearts

With smiling faces, calm and bright,
You guide our path with gentle light.
Curriculum, data, programs galore—
You help us thrive, and so much more.

Instructional wisdom, always near,
You lift us up, year after year.
For all you do, both seen and heard,
We thank you deeply, word by word.

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Thank you to all the people who helped with volleyball this season! Amber, Geraldine (MVP), Jennifer, Abby, Tabitha, Bill, Brett (and anyone else who helped) you are fabulous!

Also, thank you to everyone who played in the staff vs. student game. It was amazing! I think that is the most competitive game we have had in a while. So much fun!

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To Our Custodians, With Gratitude

In every hallway, every gleam,
You bring to life our school-day dream.
LaVance, Kyle, Maria—three stars so bright,
You make our world clean, fresh, and right.

With every sweep and every shine,
You show us care, pure and divine.
Not just custodians—you’re part of our team,
Turning our school into a sparkling dream.

So here’s our thanks, loud and clear,
For all you do throughout the year.
You are the best—this much is true,
Our school shines brighter because of you!

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Thank you so much for supporting teachers. You are quick to help with behaviors, and you are present in the halls for students and staff. We are so lucky to have you here at Horace Mann.

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You are the foundation that builds us up and glues us together. You support us in so many ways, whether its through student needs, teacher supplies, beautifying our school, or just because. We appreciate everything you do for us and you deserve this day to be recognized and take it just for you.

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Very impressed with Ms. Triana leading the Dual Language session after school yesterday. She shared great information with us about the two new books we will be learning from this year and did a good job leading us through an excellent book about teaching in a dual language school!

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Huge shoutout to our PTO ladies. They are behind most fundraisers for our school, the event planners, the decorators, the prize givers(gift cards to staff), the "let me bring staff a random treat"! THANK YOU FOR THE CONCHAS TODAY.

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¡Gracias Ms. Alvarado por su ayuda en mi 3er bloque!

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Gracias to Ms. Fiona for practicando su español with a parent without even being asked to

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Props to Ms. Guzman's student teacher, Lizzie, for going out to help with crosswalk duty on a day Ms. Guzman wasn't even here - and taking the substitute along for the adventure

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Thank you for transporting that kinder kid on his sick throne through the office to Nurse Brooke's. Not everyone would've wanted to get involved like you did.

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We have appreciated Ms. Helms' support in all areas. She is a wonderful addition to Horace Mann! We feel lucky to have her.

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A big shout-out to our amazing paras for all their hard work preparing EM4 games! Your time and effort make a huge difference, and we’re grateful for the support you give our students as they engage with math in fun, meaningful ways.

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THANK YOU for putting all the EM4 math games together <3

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Great job representing Horace Mann at the EM4 in-service! You are a one-of-a-kind coach! Orgullo de Horace Mann!

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Ms. Nora, thank you for being such a constant source of encouragement, guidance, and empathy for our students. I have really enjoyed watching you work with kindergarten - we are so lucky to have you at Horace Mann with us.

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I would like to shout out Coach Schrant and myself (aka his xc sidekick, aka assistant coach, aka 1&done, aka she's retired). Our 5 banners are finally up in the gym! As the saying goes, friendships come and go but banners last forever (or for the forseeable future lol)!!!

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I was so impressed watching Ms. Belton deploy laptops to the students the last 2 days. It could have been very chaotic and stressful (by no fault of her own) and she handled it with such patience and grace.

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Thank you to admin for providing us with breakfast every day during inservice! We are so lucky to work in a building that spoils us so!

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I want to thank all of us who show up with a smile to make this place shine for our kids. It's been a great year full of growth for students and staff. I am thankful for all of you!

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Thank you Allie for all you do to help our students be heard.

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Way to go coaches Ndia, Jeff, and Justin! You guys coached our students to the top! Amazing work with amazing results!

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I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our PTO! Rosario, Vianey, Goretty, and Nydia for EVERYTHING they do for our school! You all have made us feel so special all year. We know your job is hard enough already, and for you to take all the extra time you do to take care of us is incredibly selfless and inspiring. Thank you for spreading joy and working to make this the most specialest school ever! We appreciate you so much!

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I have encountered many difficult learning opportunities throughout my lifetime, and I have learned, accumulated wisdom, and gained strength from every single one.

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Thank you for all you do to keep not only our students safe and healthy but our staff too! You really rock it!

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Shoutout to the brave little Kindergarten (or First Grade) helper who came to my rescue on Friday! 🚽🧻

I asked for some toilet paper—and instead of just passing it under the stall like most people would—this sweet, fearless soul decided to put her entire face under the door to deliver it personally. 😂

10/10 for enthusiasm, minus a few points for personal space!

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Happy Appreciation Week!!

The work you EACH do, every day, for our school, our students, and our families is seen, heard, felt, and genuinely appreciated. Thank you for your perseverance, your dedication, and your heart. We're almost to the finish line!! Thank you for everything you do!!!!

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Thank you to all of our lunch room workers for keeping our kiddos fed. Their brain food helps them learn. You make sure they are ready for the day in the morning and the afternoon.

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Thank you for all you do, keeping an eye on our school to make sure we are the best we can be, keeping us on track to meet our mission and vision as a magnet, and meet the needs of our students. Remember to take time to breathe today and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Gracias por todo lo que hacen, por supervisar nuestra escuela para asegurarnos de que alcancemos la excelencia, por mantenernos encaminados para cumplir nuestra misión y visión como escuela imán y por satisfacer las necesidades de nuestros estudiantes. Recuerden tomarse un tiempo hoy para respirar y disfrutar del fruto de su labor.

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Shout out to Leury for being incredibly kind, patient, and respectful to every human she encounters! We are lucky to have you at Horace Mann! ❤️

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Shout out to Mati for making coffee every morning for all of us! Your kindness literally fuels the staff :)

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Kudos to Sarah for her equanimity but also her emerging willingness to put her foot down when needed

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Thank you for keeping our school running smoothly with all of the call, drop in, visitors, and requests that come through our office. You really do help us keep going.

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Thank you for getting our kids safely to school and back home each day with our crazy drivers in town.

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Ms. Campa, thank you for stepping in any time you see someone needs help. You are a constant source of empathy and kindness while still maintaining expectations! ❤️

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You support ALL students and meet them where they are at! You always know when to be tough, when to be soft, and when to let it go. Horace Mann is so fortunate to have you on our team! ❤️

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Thank you for all of your support with Imagine Español in K/1. Testing conditions make a difference and your time to make sure our students understood the assessment format and had that small group testing environment is appreciated!

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Shout out to Ms. Burden for coming in this semester and diving in head first to help our students be successful in fun and creative ways! Your enthusiasm is contagious, keep being awesome!

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Wow is it good to have you back! We held down the fort in your absence but I missed your positive attitude, cheerful demeanor, and your passion for kids!

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You are 10 out of 10. Sorry we missed your day Friday. Thank you for making books fun and introducing all your Marten's Marvelous reads!

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Don't cry! It's all worth it and we appreciate all you do for our school.

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We appreciate you trying your best every day to help us help our kiddos! Hope today is a great day for you!

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...for showing up every single day and trying my best knowing that my best looks different on any given day

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Thank you all for everything you do. You are the foundation that supports us. I see you in the corners, nooks, and hallways with our students helping academically, behaviorally, and even emotionally. <3

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Dear Paras,

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Your hard work, patience, and dedication make a world of difference in the lives of so many students. Thank you for your kindness, support, and the care you bring to each day. You are truly appreciated!

With gratitude,

Horace Mann

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Shout out to Vanessa, who is quick-witted, a rapid learner, and excels in all areas she's in! You came into middle school ready to WERKK!!

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Shout out to Mrs. Morán, who does so many things that go unseen! You strive for a positive attitude and have engaging lessons with which the kids laugh and interact continuously! <3

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We appreciate all of the dedication you put into your small groups. Your time and hard work don't go unnoticed!! THANK YOU!!!

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You are always so incredibly patient with your students. Your tone is always calm, even, and positive - just like your attitude! A true champion for kids!

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You are doing a wonderful job connecting with our Horace Mann students. Congratulations on all the hard work and preparations for DCA! You are putting in work with Orchestra and it shows!

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Many thanks to Ms. Montes and Mr. Pepe for teaching our middle school students with dedication using their time, efforts, and hearts to helping students grow, learn, and succeed. Your impact lasts far beyond the classroom, and you both are truly appreciated for everything you do.

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Shout out to Rosario and Karina for always bringing their best selves to the table! 😊 No matter what’s thrown their way, they greet everything with a smile and a friendly personality that makes all the difference. Whether it's part of their job or not, they’re always ready to help with a positive attitude. Truly appreciate you both! 🙌🌟

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Thank you so much for helping support my students, and myself in class. I appreciate your help and your effort to make sure my kiddos are learning as much Spanish as possible in my classroom. Thank you also for correcting my Spanish when necessary ;) The students show their love to you and I hope I do too.

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Has hecho una GRAN diferencia, no solo en la vida de una persona en particular, sino también en beneficio de nuestra escuela en su conjunto. ¡Muchas gracias!

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Thank you for supporting Kinder through one of our beloved Kinder teacher's absence! You are truly a team player! :)

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Ms. Nora, you always go above and beyond to meet students where they are at! Thank you for being such an advocate for our Hawks!