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I am so grateful to be working with such an amazing staff and students at GV

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I am grateful for all I have learned during my time as a paraprofessional.

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I am grateful to be part of the GV Community!!

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Lynne Palermo - CES  Competent Learner Module (CLM) Paraprofessional

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Lynne Palermo - CES  Competent Learner Module (CLM) Paraprofessional

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I am grateful and so proud to be a part of such a caring group. There is nothing better than to see students grow, learn and be proud of themselves!

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I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to work in a school district that goes above and beyond for their students and staff. The Special Education Department is absolutely amazing and the teachers are always thinking of new creative ways to keep the students engaged in the classroom. I love being a part of the team!

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I am so grateful for the past and present colleagues that have helped guide me through my career.

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I am grateful to work with a team of teachers and paraprofessionals who work hard to help my special ed students feel welcome and supported.  Without my team I would not be able to preform my job! Their dedication to students is amazing! Always willing to think outside the box and try new things!
Karin Hencken

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I am grateful to work in a district that has multiple opportunities to try new things to benefit student learning! You all do amazing things! I am reading the comments and I see a lot of: fun and exciting, great team, I love working here, solid department, etc.

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I'm grateful for the opportunities to get out and share all the wonderful and exciting 'goings on' at GV! Had a great time in July facilitating some professional learning at the PSEA Summer Leadership week with this crew!

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Caitlin Miner- I am grateful for a special education department that cares so deeply for its students and supporting them in furthering them in all aspects of learning in and out of the classroom. I am lucky to have them on my team!

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Caitlin Miner- I am grateful for a special education department that cares so deeply for its students and supporting them in furthering them in all aspects of learning in and out of the classroom. I am lucky to have them on my team!

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I am grateful for a really dedicated and talented music department K-12. Last school year we presented another fantastic faculty recital that included many special guests and a beautiful closing song featuring our 2nd graders.  Proud to be part of such a solid department.

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I am grateful to have a voice in planning for the direction of our department.  I am excited and thankful for the opportunity to build meaningful professional learning in ELA once again this year!

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Paraprofessional
I am happy to be working at GVMS and I loved working as a sub for the other schools as well before I came here full time.  Helping kids with the little goals as well as the big goals is rewarding.  I enjoy the kids and I love working here.

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GV Steps out in Little Italy!
Grateful for those colleagues who give of their summer, and  Saturdays to learn at TCRWP

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I am so grateful for the amazing administrative staff we have. They are all so supportive, approachable and encouraging.  It is impressive how much trust they have in the teachers. This allows us the autonomy to make decisions for our students on a daily basis. This isn't the case in many districts, and I am so grateful. Thank you!

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Simply put I am grateful to work in a place that feels like home, where I feel safe to take risks, and can rely on the support and encouragement of my amazing BSES colleagues. Steve and Tara, thank you for always believing in us,  pushing us to challenge ourselves, and creating a culture of warmth and belonging by focusing on all of our individual and collective strengths.  I am absolutely looking forward to another year of learning and fun with my BSES family!

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I am so grateful for our K-12 Guidance Department and the work we did on our Act 339 Plan and the creation of our Advisory Committee. I'm grateful to Carla, Meghan, Michele, and Erin (our elementary counselors) for their hard work in meeting the school counseling needs of our K-5 students. I'm also grateful for everyone at BSES because they always go above and beyond to take care of our students!

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I am so happy to be a part of the team working with the life skills students! Nothing is more satisfying than helping students learn a new skill and then watch them do it on their own - even such small things that we take for granted like opening a bag of chips or drinking from a cup. I love seeing the students grow and become as indepenent as possible.

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I am grateful that I can continue to teach in the district I love. I am blessed to work with so many amazing and caring individuals.  Many of these people work behind the scenes, but without them our jobs as teachers would be even more challenging.
I must also give a shout out to our fearless leaders, Steve and Tara, who are always there when we need them.

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I am lucky to add myself into the science department Independent Research Project fair. We have collaborated and differentiated the project for Honors Bio and upper level academic electives. Looking forward to what this year's students demonstrate!

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I am grateful to work in a great district. I am also grateful for Steve and Tara for making BSES a wonderful place to work. I am also thankful for all the great teachers and paraprofessionals I get to work with daily. Looking forward to another great year!

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I am very lucky to be working with a group of helpful, caring, Intelligent, and hard working team of individuals at CES. I look forward to starting a great year!!

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I am grateful for so many things on a daily basis in my work at BSES.  I am most grateful for all of my BSES colleagues who inspire me constantly with their expert teaching, their willingness to learn and to take risks, their genuine care for students, their eagerness to help,  their openness and flexibility, and their great sense of humor.   The entire staff at BSES makes it a pleasure to come to work each day!

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I have had the please of being a part of Garnet Valley's Speech Department for 13 years.  They are the most supportive, intelligent, caring, and flexible group I know!  I can count on them for anything!

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I am so grateful to be able to work with the same two teachers for the past 10 years.  I have watched and learned so much from them! They encourage and welcome what I have to offer to make the Reading program at the HS so successful. We are a team!!!
Bernadette Kovalcheck
Paraprofessional

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I am so grateful to be a part of the GV community! Thank you for

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I feel so blessed to be returning to GVE as another LTS,  where I can continue to take risks, build connections with students, staff, and parents. I love this supportive family! Can't wait to try new things and grow as an educator!!

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I feel extremely fortunate to work with all of the dedicated people at GVES!  It truly is a caring community of people who take care of each other and especially our wonderful students.

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I am very lucky to be part of the Garnet Valley community as a parent and as a one on one paraprofessional at GVHS.  I am so grateful that all 3 of my children get the opportunity to be a part of this district. After working at BSES for 4 years, where I absolutely have so much respect for everyone's amazing work ethic and efforts to do the best for the children. I had the opportunity to move to the HS last year and watch in awe my son's senior year and my daughters freshman year unfold.  I was nothing but so very proud to call myself a Jag!  Love my district and the people who day in and day out work to make it a safe place for the kids to dream and achieve dreams.

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I am very lucky to be part of the Garnet Valley community as a parent and as a one on one paraprofessional at GVHS.  I am so grateful that all 3 of my children get the opportunity to be a part of this district. After working at BSES for 4 years, where I absolutely have so much respect for everyone's amazing work ethic and efforts to do the best for the children. I had the opportunity to move to the HS last year and watch in awe my son's senior year and my daughters freshman year unfold.  I was nothing but so very proud to call myself a Jag!  Love my district and the people who day in and day out work to make it a safe place for the kids to dream and achieve dreams.

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Thank you!
Michelle Mitchell.

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I had the pleasure to work with Donna Gickling, and Brian Kocur last year.
Both of them are terrific teachers, kept the students attention. Great tactics.
Congratulations. Both of you on 15 years at Garnet Valley.  Many mire

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I am grateful for innovative and collaborative science department members!  Special recognition to Cecelia Tang, John Politano, and Brenda Frost, who led a session as this summer's NSTA conference in Philadelphia on the independent research projects our students participate in.
~Paul K

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I am grateful and extremely proud to be a part of one of the best Business Departments in the area and for all of the amazing things that each person in my department has taught me throughout the years! I can not thank each one of you enough for helping shape me into the teacher I am today!

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I am grateful and extremely proud to be a part of one of the best Business Departments in the area and for all of the amazing things that each person in my department has taught me throughout the years! I can not thank each one of you enough for helping shape me into the teacher I am today!

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-#teambusiness
-Kelly Dale

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I am grateful for the amazing teachers at GVHS that I get to work with everyday. I am particularly grateful for the English, Social Studies, and Science departments. I am also grateful for the amazing GVHS students who make me smile all the time.

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I am grateful for the amazing teachers at GVHS that I get to work with everyday. I am particularly grateful for the English, Social Studies, and Science departments. I am also grateful for the amazing GVHS students who make me smile all the time.

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I am grateful and proud of our K-12 guidance department on the hard work on our Act 339 plan, presentation and the career readiness work we’ve done thus far. Thank you Steph Boldin for your leadership. -Carla Dolio 

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I am grateful and proud of our K-12 guidance department on the hard work on our Act 339 plan, presentation and the career readiness work we’ve done thus far. Thank you Steph Boldin for your leadership. -Carla Dolio 

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I am grateful to work with so many amazing people that have become such good friends.  The collaboration, support, encouragement and creativity  of others helps to keep me energized. Thank you!

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I am so grateful to work with the entire 4th grade team at GVES!  When we had to videotape a team meeting for Solution Tree, they were rockstars! 

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I am so grateful to work with the entire 4th grade team at GVES!  When we had to videotape a team meeting for Solution Tree, they were rockstars! 

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- Meg Hayes

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Thank you to all the people who make my children come home happy each day!
- Steve Saboja

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I have the pleasure of working with an AWESOME Special Area Team at GVES!  They are hard working, dedicated to our students, easy going and always willing to help out one another.  Thanks GVE Specialists!! 

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I have the pleasure of working with an AWESOME Special Area Team at GVES!  They are hard working, dedicated to our students, easy going and always willing to help out one another.  Thanks GVE Specialists!! 

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-Jayme Robertson

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I am so fortunate for the kindness, collaboration, inspiration, and true LOVE that GV shows and shares everyday! My experience at Garnet Valley is truly encompassed by the quote, "choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life". THANK YOU, to everyone at GV for all your do! I am fortunate for the collaboration from our team and school. It truly takes a village.... or a valley, and I am so fortunate to be part of the fun!

- Aisling Travers

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I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the curriculum department. The commitment to providing authentic, purposeful, and individualized curriculum that is teacher owned and created is a testament to GV's commitment to continual improvement. 

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I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the curriculum department. The commitment to providing authentic, purposeful, and individualized curriculum that is teacher owned and created is a testament to GV's commitment to continual improvement. 

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Kyle Brun

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I love how I can go to so many more peers to help with creating new lessons and using more tech. Shout out to Tech and lit coaches.

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I love how I can go to so many more peers to help with creating new lessons and using more tech. Shout out to Tech and lit coaches.

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I am thankful for the kindness of my colleagues and the opportunity to work with so many amazing students!

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I am grateful for all the dedication each BSES teacher comes to school with every day.  Their patience and understanding set the perfect learning environment.

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I am grateful for all the dedication each BSES teacher comes to school with every day.  Their patience and understanding set the perfect learning environment.

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Rose Kelly

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I am always so impressed with everyone.  Support from Admin., Tech, Librarians, Nurses, Special Ed., Teachers, Para's, the list goes on.  I have been so proud of our Music Dept. for all the concerts, and yet again, Erick helped lead us in another great Faculty Recital.  I know they are so much work.

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I am always so impressed with everyone.  Support from Admin., Tech, Librarians, Nurses, Special Ed., Teachers, Para's, the list goes on.  I have been so proud of our Music Dept. for all the concerts, and yet again, Erick helped lead us in another great Faculty Recital.  I know they are so much work.

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Tamara Lynn

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faculty and staff for EVERYDAY support, comradery, laughs, knowledge and experiences.  What an AWESOME family.   Babe Tyson

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I am grateful for the support I receive at GV from administrators to colleagues. It is because of that support that I feel comfortable growing and taking risks. 

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I am grateful for the support I receive at GV from administrators to colleagues. It is because of that support that I feel comfortable growing and taking risks. 

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I am proud of the work our K-12 Counselors have done in the area of College and Career Readiness over the past two years!

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I'm grateful to our GVE HSA and all the support they provide our building! Events, student assistance, and our new Guidance room wouldn't be possible without their dedication to our school community!

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Grateful to be part of a great school district,  and working  with creative and inspiring educators and students !  BSES is a special place to work! 

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Grateful to be part of a great school district,  and working  with creative and inspiring educators and students !  BSES is a special place to work! 

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Mary Cavanaugh

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I am thankful for many things. First thing that comes to mind is the wonderful team i work with at GVES Next would be the incredible opportunity I had this summer teaching at the middle school ESY and lastly Thankful for all the amazing people and friendships I have acquired over the years!

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It is a pleasure to have such great colleagues at the middle school.  You make everyday fun!

-Stacie Bradley

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I am thankful to work at CES that has so many caring, talented and dedicated teachers.

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I am thankful to work with everyone at the high school especially the fantastic teachers in the Math Department. I appreciate the constant collaboration and support that you provide to each other on a daily basis. I am looking forward to a great school year!

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I am so grateful for my pod team, the way we collaborate, plan, and support one another both in and out of the classroom. Our combined efforts to ensure the success of our students is something to be proud of.

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I am thankful for all of the smiles and wonderful people who make Concord the wonderful place that it is.  Going to work is a JOY and I am so thankful to work with such amazing people.

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I am grateful that risk taking is both supported and encouraged in this district. The freedom to try new things and grow every year makes me just as enthusiastic about my 16th year as I was about my 1st. Having a great group of people to work with helps too!

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I'm so thankful for my experiences working at GVMS.  Over the past 18 (going on 19!!!) years, I've had the fortunate opportunity to work with amazing people and forge some truly lasting friendships.  I've met some of my best friends working here!!  I know that no matter what my day brings, I can rely on those relationships to carry me through it.  I'm grateful for the professional learning opportunities we've had access to over the past few years.  Growing and learning with these friends has been an awesome experience!  Finally, I couldn't be more grateful to have my own kids attending GV schools.  We've been blessed with amazing teachers at BSES and could not be more thankful for the support we've received over the years.

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I'm so thankful for my experiences working at GVMS.  Over the past 18 (going on 19!!!) years, I've had the fortunate opportunity to work with amazing people and forge some truly lasting friendships.  I've met some of my best friends working here!!  I know that no matter what my day brings, I can rely on those relationships to carry me through it.  I'm grateful for the professional learning opportunities we've had access to over the past few years.  Growing and learning with these friends has been an awesome experience!  Finally, I couldn't be more grateful to have my own kids attending GV schools.  We've been blessed with amazing teachers at BSES and could not be more thankful for the support we've received over the years.

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- Katie B.

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I'm thankful to work at CES where I always feel supported by the administration and staff. Collaboration is always encouraged and taking a risk is always supported.
Thanks!

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I am so proud of all that the GV librarians have accomplished over the past few years, using our libraries to embrace the Maker philosophy. Each of us brings something special to the mix. Thanks, Alicia, Kristen, Erin, and Melissa!

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I am grateful for the continued support of the tech department. Mike Simone spent countless hours with my 3rd graders, helping to guide them through a global change project and empowering them to see the difference they can make! Sam continues to see and understand the innovation that takes place everyday in our classrooms. His endless support empowers me to want to do more and bring more amazing tech into my classroom!

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There are so many wonderful people I work with at Concord as well as on my (2nd grade) team. I specifically value collaborating with Cathie Brodsky who brings interesting projects and initiatives to students at Concord and works hard to bring out the best in all of her students!

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I am grateful for the initiative that GV puts forward in the importance of literacy.  I am thankful to be a part of this GV community, in particular BSES.  Its a great place to go to work each day!

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I am grateful for the initiative that GV puts forward in the importance of literacy.  I am thankful to be a part of this GV community, in particular BSES.  Its a great place to go to work each day!

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Maggie Ellis

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I am thankful to be part of the Garnet Valley Family. It is a unique place to work and grow both personally and professionally. I am proud to be a member of the Special Education Department for the past 20 years and I'm excited to begin a new year. 

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I am thankful to be part of the Garnet Valley Family. It is a unique place to work and grow both personally and professionally. I am proud to be a member of the Special Education Department for the past 20 years and I'm excited to begin a new year. 

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Kristine Beighley

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I am so grateful for the opportunity to teach Social Studies this year, as the 6th grade will now have one designated SS teacher per team. Eileen Stec, Julie Cady, Jenn Lorusso, and I have been working with Anthony Gabriele for the past year to create and define our curriculum. We can't wait to put it into action in the classroom this year!

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I am grateful for the the tech coaches.  They are so helpful and are all great to work with!

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I am grateful for the the tech coaches.  They are so helpful and are all great to work with!

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Lynn Carr

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I am grateful to have had the opportunities to grow as a teacher with the professional development sessions, the reworking of teams within the middle school, and the resources afforded to me by the district.  Also, working with the team I am currently on!

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I am extremely thankful to be part of a social studies team that loves to make class fun and exciting everyday.  Social Studies is a class that you can "make history come alive" and I feel very fortunate to have colleagues that have the same beliefs as me.

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I am grateful to be part of such a special team , working with special people and wonderful children.

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I am grateful to be part of such a special team , working with special people and wonderful children.

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Robin Thomas

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I am grateful for the challenging but exciting curriculum and blended learning work that I have been a part of at GV.  My family, though, is more grateful for the MBSR class that helped me chill out a bit.

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I am grateful to wake up every morning and be excited to get into the classroom. I am thankful that I am surrounded by colleagues that have a positive attitude and are willing to give 110% to make our school such a great place to be!

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I am grateful to wake up every morning and be excited to get into the classroom. I am thankful that I am surrounded by colleagues that have a positive attitude and are willing to give 110% to make our school such a great place to be!

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-Rebecca Townsend

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I am grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the blended learning professional development training through GOA and to implement my learning into my Eschool and in person classes this school year.

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I am grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the blended learning professional development training through GOA and to implement my learning into my Eschool and in person classes this school year.

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I am grateful for Steve and Tara and their connection to our faculty, staff, students and families.  

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I am grateful for Steve and Tara and their connection to our faculty, staff, students and families.  

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Kelly Macauley

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I am grateful that GV isn't afraid to try new ideas!  

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I am grateful that GV isn't afraid to try new ideas!  

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-Robyn Wozniak

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I am grateful for all of the hard work that has gone into making the implementation of Reading Workshop so positive and successful.  

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I am grateful for all of the hard work that has gone into making the implementation of Reading Workshop so positive and successful.  

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-Katie Hancox

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I am grateful for the professional development activities specific to World Language . In addition, the Instructional Leadership program is a terrific opportunity that Garnet Valley is offering. I am grateful for my colleagues, their collaboration, encouragement and their conversation.

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I am grateful to work with an amazing PPS team, as well as knowledgeable and dedicated  teachers, specialists and support staff!

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I was proud to be a part of the Science Olympiad at the Middle School this past year. Go Carolyn Kunze! Let's do it again.
Susan Batchelor

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I am grateful for the expanding minds of the staff at GVMS- ideas always being present.  

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I am grateful for the expanding minds of the staff at GVMS- ideas always being present.  

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I had an amazing first year in first grade and I'm excited to continue that this year! I'm so grateful for my coworkers and all their support!

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I am incredibly grateful for the leadership and inspiration of Steve and Tara, honored to work with so many amazing teachers and staff, and appreciative of all our students and their families share with us each day. Onward to year 23!

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My colleagues at the middle school are family.  We joke and laugh everyday.  We support each other and maybe cry a little.  It is a special place to work.  Every job has difficult moments and not everything is smooth.  It sure helps to  know I love the people I work with.  They truly are lifelong friends!

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My colleagues at the middle school are family.  We joke and laugh everyday.  We support each other and maybe cry a little.  It is a special place to work.  Every job has difficult moments and not everything is smooth.  It sure helps to  know I love the people I work with.  They truly are lifelong friends!

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- Amy Dorn

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I am so grateful to have the pleasure of working with such great colleagues and in a wonderful school district. Looking forward to my 18th year!

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I am so grateful to have the pleasure of working with such great colleagues and in a wonderful school district. Looking forward to my 18th year!

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I am grateful for the past 20 years of working with great faculty and staff. Excited for the start of a new year.

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Sometimes we tend to take our positive school atmosphere for granted, but having had experiences in two other school districts, I can safely say that Garnet Valley is a very special place. I am so appreciative that I have cooperative, supportive colleagues, a principal who is always available, even when things get crazy, and a great office staff to smooth over all the daily snags. Thank you Garnet Valley Middle School!

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After a great first year I am excited to come back and help my student through his sophomore year!

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Thanks to all my GVMS colleagues(team members past and present, lunch crew, department members, support staff and admin) who teach me everyday how to be a better teacher and who make me laugh at loud multiple times a day. I'm grateful to be in a profession that makes a difference in students' lives and have fun doing it!

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Amy Dorn - you summed it up beautifully!  Couldn't agree more with what you said - love ya!

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Amy Dorn - you summed it up beautifully!  Couldn't agree more with what you said - love ya!

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Gail Dorosh

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I am grateful for the lifelong friendships I have formed at the middle school. I feel so fortunate to have found such a wonderful professional and personal support system. I know I can depend on my colleagues to help me grow as a teacher and make stressful days better with laugher.  I'm glad I have had the opportunity to get to know and work with many people in the middle school.  Each person has both challenged and changed me in unique ways. Though I still miss my Pumas and will miss my Acadians, I look forward to working with old and new friends on the Everglades team this year!

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I am grateful and appreciative of my first year within Garnet Valley school district at the middle school. The transition into middle school was smooth and welcoming. I appreciate all of the staff who was helpful and supportive. Thankful to Lisa Stenz whose constant encouragement and push for taking risks within my classroom contributed to an awesome year for me. Grateful to Kim, my mentor for giving me the space to grow, learn and experiment . And to my entire PE department, who helped me along the way, answered all of my questions, helped with lessons and most importantly believed and supported me. My hall duty walks with Kate Clark, best time EVER!! Can't wait for this year to start and continue this awesome journey!!