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You are one of a kind. Thanks for your passion when it comes to teaching, your dedication to Richardson, and for being you.
Hope my video message below makes you laugh :) I may have to do a part 2 (LOL)

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Richardson is losing one of its best teachers. You will be missed by all. Morning meetings will not be the same without your levity.
~Kristin Youngberg

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Thanks for being a role model to all of us in your dedication to our students, your high expectations of our students, your work ethic, and in your awesome gymnastic skills that you were always willing to share with us.
Love You,
Chris

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There is a great deal I admire about you, but the one trait I appreciate the most is your infinite capacity for love. Your love of family, God, students, friends and coworkers is without limit.

Your Former Technology Slave,
-Mike.

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Being a PE teacher you think I would be versatile enough to teach all sports.....let me tell you, gymnastics is about the only one I don't do very well.  I am sure you can figure out which one I would be and which one you would be.....LOL!  Thank you for all your support laughter and smiles.  Enjoy!!!  Continued on the next post.
Jo Ann Tetlock

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Mrs. Barta,  I wish you the best and happiest retirement!  Please know that you will be missed and we can’t imagine RPH without you!  My kids were your students 15 years ago and they still talk about “hanging out” with Mrs. Barta at lunch time.  You’ve made a lasting impression on thousands of students and staff who will never forget.  Enjoy your new-found freedom and here’s to a well-deserved and happy retirement. Warmest Congratulations! Wendy Lopez

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Mrs. Barta,  I wish you the best and happiest retirement!  Please know that you will be missed and we can’t imagine RPH without you!  My kids were your students 15 years ago and they still talk about “hanging out” with Mrs. Barta at lunch time.  You’ve made a lasting impression on thousands of students and staff who will never forget.  Enjoy your new-found freedom and here’s to a well-deserved and happy retirement. Warmest Congratulations! Wendy Lopez

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Here is what you look like on the balance beam compared to me.  You probably received my note to you over the weekend.  That is a private share....but know how much you were appreciated by me.  All the best in your retirement!
Jo Ann Tetlock

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I am truly jealous your retiring and I am not.  You were so helpful to me when I arrived at Richardson and I appreciated every thing you taught me as well.  I wish you nothing but the best in retirement.  You have worked hard and taught many and now its your time to have some fun and relax or get those many project that have built up over the years done.  Your one of the best and patient teachers at RPH and you will be missed but never forgotten.  Happy Retirement!!!!  Cheers to you!!!!
Mrs. Patti

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In the many years you have been at Richardson, you have made an undeniable difference. You will be missed, especially at second lunch! You always made us laugh with your stories!  Congratulations on your retirement.  I wish you all the best!
Jennifer Dondalski

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When they invent a plant-based doughnut, I'll send one to you. In the meantime, you get a virtual doughnut.
MD

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Thank you for all of your work and dedication to RPH. We will miss you tons! I'll try not to text you when I have a question and my mind instantly thinks of you and all your experience and knowledge :)

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Happy retirement! I am a bit curious about that infamous chair! Enjoy your well deserved retirement!
Veronica Mejia

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Happy retirement! I feel privileged to have worked alongside you at Richardson. You are an incredible teacher and colleague, and we all have enjoyed your wit and wisdom. Helping students has always been your number one goal, and you will be missed.
Enjoy retirement!
Meri Dawn

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To me, this Word Cloud is who you are and what I wish for you. Happy Retirement!
Kathy Poole

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Thank you for all the great memories. Have a groovy retirement and I will miss you mucho.

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I admire your ability to smile through any obstacle. I'll never forget the interesting stories you told during 2nd lunch (and when you had me google the buttery nipple DRINK). RPH will miss you. Congratulations on retiring. Now you have to figure out what to do with all your time!

Cheers to you!
-Jasmine

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It has been Tigerific working with you here at Richardson.  I have enjoyed our time together and wish you nothing but the best as you focus on the important things: Family, Faith, Friends, Fun, & Fitness (health).  You will be missed.
Good luck and God Bless,  Allen

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Best wishes for your retirement!
Yanira Rodriguez

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Oh my goodness, you were Haley's teacher and cheer coach 14 years ago.  It is so hard to fathom how time really does fly.
As a parent, and your co-worker, I know first hand what a true inspiration and mentor you have been to so many.
Proctoring with you will always be a favorite memory - NOT!  (you know what I mean 😉)
I wish you a Happy Retirement and many days filled with joy and contentment.
--Wendy C.

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You have taught me about strength, perseverance, and hard work. You’ve been my cheer coach, my teacher, and my co-worker. You have helped shape me into the woman I am today and I am so grateful to know you. Of all the teachers I’ve had, you will always be a favorite. Happy Retirement! :) - Haley

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I am extremely jealous that you will get to sleep in while the rest of us are calling attendance! I hope this next phase in your life brings joy and laughter!

- Stephen

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I wish for you all the peace and joy that retirement brings.  I missed working with "The Legendary Ms. Barta" in person.  Your impact on RPH and thousands of students is your legacy.  All the best.

Shannon

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Such a great teammate! Oh, the laughs and fun we have had. I am looking forward to the retirement party when we remember together - aloud- all of the goofy things we have shared from the 8th grade service trips up the mountain (remember the one where the bus driver rode the brakes so hard that they gave out and we were swerving all over and all of us puking in the trash bags?!😂) to our Disney fun and all in between. I pray for you each day girlfriend. Wish you THE BEST retirement.
~Patricia 💁

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From the time I began at Richardson, you have always been a role model.  Your work ethic, and demeanor is second to none.   They best times were always the staff parties, when I learned the fun side of teaching.  You are the best.  Hope you enjoy a long, happy, and well deserved retirement.

Peter

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I have heard from some of my former high school students who still remember fondly of you when they were at Richardson and that speaks volumes.  I am sorry when I took over in 8th grade ELA I was not the balance of power that a woman would have added.  Your energy and your discipline have taught me how to be a better 8th grade teacher.  I learned so much about the Old Richardson that you and Mike started with.  I hope that retirement gives you the rest and relaxation that you deserve!

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Thanks a lot! Now our years of teaching stat is going to look much less impressive at the next 8th grade open house!  Little did I know, as  I was sitting in my 8th grade math class in MI, that in sunny SoCal, a legend was starting out at RPH who would one day teach my son 8th grade math! I say that partly to tease you, but mostly as a testament to the amazing and impactful tenure you've had at RPH. I can't even imagine Richardson without you! It's been my good fortune to have you as a teammate these last 7 years.  Your work ethic, intelligence, candor, humor, and heart have made my job  more enjoyable and memorable in so many ways! Wishing you all the best in your retirement!
Ryan

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Thank you for being an amazing teacher. You taught me so much and I want to thank you for taking me under your wing when I was in the NOYCE program. I will miss your stories during 2nd lunch and the end of the year cartwheel. RPH will not be the same without you. Have a wonderful retirement with your family.

-Damian

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You are an inspirational force! We are going to miss you so much at Richardson. Thank you for all your years of teaching and thank you for all the help you have given me over the years. Wishing you and your family all the best. I hope you get to start enjoying retirement soon. Lots of love, a big hug, and cartwheels in the street!

-Darcy

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Thank you for everything especially for all your help with my youngest when she was struggling with 8th grade math.  Your patience and support were greatly appreciated!  Enjoy your retirement and just reach out if you need anything.

Bryan

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It must have been a very hard decision to leave us earlier than you had planned. I want to thank you for all your help my first years at Richardson. I really love your personality and how straight forward you are with people. You are one of the strongest individuals I know! I hope that once this pandemic is over we can all hang out and enjoy some laughs. I am sure you will make the best out of your retirement by spending quality time with your family.

-Heber

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Richardson will definitely not be the same without you. Thank you for all of the great memories, lessons (in the classroom, and for life itself), and for the countless laughs! I promise to make you proud and take great care of your kiddos. Happy Retirement Mrs. Barta, you are so deserving of it.

- Alejandra Ronquillo

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You were my 8th grade math teacher, five years ago we became co-workers, and I had the hope of you being my kids’ teacher in the future. I have so much respect and love for you.  I am sad you are retiring but I am also very happy for you. May your time bring you endless blessings spent with your loving family.

Love, Lali

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So happy for you! I know you will enjoy retirement with Tim and your family! Your passion and inspiration are one of a kind! We need more educators like you!

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Thank you for all of your dedication to your work at RPH -- we will definitely miss you! I pray that this extra time with your family and loved ones is filled with joy, blessings, and humor, too!

Best wishes!
- Sakari

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You've made me laugh so many times in the past 18 years!  Thank you for the fun times scrapbooking and for letting me sit in your lunch chair when you were absent :)  I will miss you, and knowing that you are always here.  I know you'll have a wonderful retirement working on your tan and spending time with your beautiful daughters and hubby!
Love you
Julie

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Thank you for just being you! You helped build me in to the teacher I am and for that I am forever grateful. I will miss you so much, but I'm glad you get to focus on you. And don't worry! Once we're back in person schooling I keep the cartwheels going at the end of the year. I might need to start stretching now for next year though :)

Kelsi