# data[].attributes.body
Elyse, you are incredible! Every interaction with you brightens my day -- you truly do make every person - child and adult - that you encounter feel valued. Congratulations! We will miss you tremendously! - Erica Busillo Adams

# data[].attributes.body
Thank you, Ms. Elyse!

We have so appreciated your joy and kindness, and how you treated us like family from our first day. We've glimpsed how much you have done behind the scenes, and know you've done so much to make all the special events at the Little School special, and every "ordinary" day, too. Fall Festival will not be the same without you!

We wish you a wonderful retirement, and we will miss seeing you around Lincoln!

Love,

Clara Stebinger (and Karen and Ian)

# data[].attributes.body
Congratulations on your retirement, Ms. Elyse!

Thank you for giving Oliver such a warm and joyful start to his learning journey. You've made a lasting difference in his life, and in ours. Wishing you a retirement filled with all the rest, joy, and adventure you so deserve!

With love,

The Spence Family: Oliver, Brooke & Rob

# data[].attributes.body
Ms Elyse has been caring for and supporting our family from the moment we met her years ago. She is a cheerleader, amazing connector, and builds community and family like no other.

We hope to make Miss Elyse proud and will work to make the places we go better than we found them! Xoxo The Hershbergers

# data[].attributes.body
Dear Ms. Elyse,

Thank you for being such a warm and friendly presence to Izzy and our whole family. We wish you a very happy retirement. We hope to see you around the neighborhood often!

Sincerely,

Izzy's family

# data[].attributes.body
Sis, I can’t tell you how proud you’ve made me . Your commitment, love and pride in every aspect of your life with Lincoln is a gift not only to the students but the parents and your peers. Enjoy this next chapter! Be proud! Love, Karen

# data[].attributes.body
Thank you for your endless smiles, your good energy, and your hard work to make sure families felt welcome and part of the community. Your will be dearly missed 💕.

# data[].attributes.body
You were Lucy’s first teacher at Lincoln. You set the standard of what it means to be a Lincoln teacher: a teacher who lights up when you see the student and still do 10 years later whenever you see Lucy! A teacher who cares: you still check in with Lucy: asking her questions, catching up and always remembering what she’s been up to and what her evolving passions are. A teacher who connects: where would we be in all of our moves if we didn’t have you to share with us all the wonders of each of the many neighborhoods on the East Side! Everyone has a story of their favorite teacher and you are that for Lucy and even for me, her mother. You set the standard which seemed impossible to meet and yet it has for all the incredible teachers that have followed. With gratitude so heartfelt, we wish you the very best in this next stage: a life that continues to be full of wonder, curiosity and joy-everything you have given to us ❤️

Best, Liz, Lucy, Seth & Eli

# data[].attributes.body
Thank you Elyse for always brightening my day with your greetings. Your personality is so radiant that even the Sun cannot compare. Talking to you makes me feel like I'm talking to a dear relative, I will never forget that feeling. Good luck on your next chapter!

# data[].attributes.body
Ms Elyse, You have always been a friendly welcoming face to Jane on drop offs and we are deeply thankful. A favorite memory of ours is a broken shoe had made its way to school and with your amazing attention to detail Jane came home one day so thrilled that Ms Elyse had fixed her shoe (Velcro glued on). Thank you for the care and love you have given Jane we are deeply grateful. You will be missed!

Semple Family

# data[].attributes.body
Elyse, you’re a bright spot on our morning drop offs. You always welcome Ethan with such energy and joy, starting off his day with such warmth. It’s so apparent the passion and impact you have - while I’m excited for you on this next chapter, it won’t be the same without you.

Wishing you the greatest adventures still to come!

Grande family ❤️

# data[].attributes.body
My aunt is a treasure. She found the best ways to educate and entertain children while welcoming families with warmth and kindness. I always had conversations with her about child development, ages and stages and milestones among our students! She made a difference with her curious and creative mind, her patience, love and care with ages 0-5. Oh and "The amazing MASKS" during covid was the highlight! This occupation was curated for her and we can only acknowledge the beauty she brought to the profession! Congratulations Auntie! Enjoy your retirement! You have certainly earned it!

Love, Beth, Marc and great niece Elise (named after her wonderful great aunt!)

# data[].attributes.headline
Elyse lives Lincoln's motto every day -- Love, Loyalty, Lowliness

# data[].attributes.subject
Elyse lives Lincoln's motto every day -- Love, Loyalty, Lowliness

# data[].attributes.body
Elyse -- Congratulations on your retirement from Lincoln and the Little School. The school, your kids and their families been so lucky to have your warmth, care and humor for 20+ years. You've raise a whole generation of kids that are now in college!

You live the Lincoln values of Love, Loyalty and Lowliness by the way you carry yourself (and your kids) everyday. You have a heart of gold and a funny bone to match.

Wishing you joy, laughter, health and fulfillment in all that comes next!

Love, Nancy, Mark and Sam Tavitian

# data[].attributes.body
We'll miss you and your visits to 64! Hope you have the time of your life! - Brian

# data[].attributes.body
I loved hearing my Aunt Elyse come home with sweet stories about the kids in the classroom- and all the little moments that made her smile. It was obvious how much she loved being at Lincoln!

She would sometimes tell me that she would share songs and stories from her own childhood with the kids (most recently some Peter Paul + Mary), and I know she treasured being part of a school community that valued those kinds of connections.

Congratulations on your retirement, Auntie!! Love you.