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Thank you for being a guiding force for mental health on campus and for being the strength some of our students need to deal with their day. You have greatly improved lives on campus.

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Thank you so much for doing such a great job with this spring's reclassification paperwork and monitoring forms. We reclassified 32 LEP students this spring (for a total of 83 this year!) and submitted 218 monitoring forms that are all now done, signed by Olivia, and at the DO! I am so grateful to work with such an amazing team.

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Thanks a million for helping to arrange proctors for AP testing, and for following up with students who don't show up. I appreciate your flexibility and recommendations!

Chris

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Thank you for your tireless support of AP testing from building boxes to counting tests to setting up and breaking down tables and so much more. I soooo appreciate your reliability and willingness to help in any way.

Chris

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Thank you for your continuing tech support for AP testing. I literally couldn't do it without you!

Chris

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Great job on El Tigre-- it just keeps getting better and better. Also, thanks for being such a bubbly presence on campus. I know you brighten up my day.

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We survived our first attempt at CAASPP testing in the math classes with block scheduling! Thank you for all of the hours of planning and execution and daily updates.

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Thanks for going on an instructional walk with me!

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Congrats to Coach Lenjavi and Coach Brannon (alum) for a successful lacrosse season. You both give so much to the program and are greatly appreciated. The future is bright for boys lacrosse!

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Thank you for your hard work, patience, and encouragement.

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Lauren Bakunas, Sam Kuchwara, Alyson Dixon & Leina Rizzo

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Lauren Bakunas, Sam Kuchwara, Alyson Dixon & Leina Rizzo

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Thanks for taking an instructional walk during your 4th period prep! And thanks Leina for hosting us :)

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Megan Arthurton

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Brent Shenton

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Wendy Umekubo

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Thank you always for the kind words and encouragement. It's like I have my own cheerleader. Thanks! You're like a ray of sunshine.

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Exemplary work with the intention of the PLC process. Fidelity to the 4 major questions and tenacity in finding ways to improve student learning

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Thanks so much for leading our
department. You are always  available to  listen and do so much behind the scenes

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Thank you for taking senior photos of every AVID senior.  You are so talented, and I cannot wait to see the final portraits!

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Congratulations on a great OCAD competition!  You all put in so much time and hard work, and it pays off!  Great job!

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Thank you for your dedication with registration while still managing multiple meetings, crises, and day-to-day tasks. You guys are AMAZING!

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Thank you for being our liaison for PTSA, on top of all the other projects and responsibilities you take on for our school, and keeping us informed!

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When I asked my students who on staff goes above and beyond for them, their immediate response was you. Your hard work is seen and appreciated.

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Thank you for organizing so many AVID activities and events, not to mention the support you add for students and staff.

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Congratulations on your new position!  You will be great!

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Thank you for organizing the potato bar and chili cook off!  It was great to have some time to have lunch together!

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Thanks for all your hard work with students who require Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices You give the voiceless  a voice!

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Thank you for collaborating and putting on an amazing TedX event. It was truly inspirational

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Thank you for your honesty and gentle correction. I appreciate the way you work to guide me when I need it. :)

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Phyllis Barnes
You are full of surprises! Thank you for all the goodies! You are always 
so thoughtful!
DB

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Phyllis Barnes
You are full of surprises! Thank you for all the goodies! You are always 
so thoughtful!
DB

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During the the staff meeting I didn't get to share that Brain designed the "Caring Adult" magnets, and they look AMAZING! Thank you Brian!!

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After reading your job description, I finally realize EXACTLY WHAT IT IS THAT YOU DO! , and I'm sorry for lighting you up in front of the entire staff. Love, EF

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Shout out to Rosina and G-Rod for spending their Friday night with AVID kids at Knott’s!

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Thanks for all you do to give our studentssuch a great experience! Your dedication is inspiring!

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OCAD Coaches - Sam Myovich, Mindi Foote, Calen Rau, Fred Jenkins, Kay Kerby, & Tara Filowitz

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OCAD Coaches - Sam Myovich, Mindi Foote, Calen Rau, Fred Jenkins, Kay Kerby, & Tara Filowitz

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Another great season of working around the clock to bring out the best in all our competitors - let's do it again at the State Competition! Inspired by all of you!

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Probably one of the most impressive teachers I have come across in 14 years.  Her ability to connect with students and students with learning disabilities is second to none.

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Happy National School Counseling Week! #nscw19

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Thanks for sharing your idea about group paragraph writing. I tried it with my class, and it went so well!

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Thank you for sharing such great ideas for LA1.  Your success with your students is inspiring!

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Thanks for organizing a successful Kindness Week. You engaged students and staff with impactful activities. Great way to start 2nd semester!

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...for the countless hours you have spent this year supporting all sports at all levels. How many 14-hour days have you put in this year? Too many to count!

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Thank you x 1 million for your diligence, tenacity and eternal optimism regarding the school's copiers. We all appreciate the transition to the new machines and the communication to let us all know what's up.

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Thanks everyone for the delicious lunch on Friday!

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Thank you and your students for making our "robot chicken" and our Rapunzel tower that will appear in Into the Woods!

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Thank you for always being such a patient guide and taking time out of your lunch to help answer my questions!

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Thanks for the amazing breakfast performance last Friday. We are always so inspired by the talents you bring out in our students. Truly phenomenal!

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Congrats on Godinez/Loara Tournament Victory. Your tenacity is paying off. Keep the faith!

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Congrats on 2nd place out of 20 teams in your first Science Olympiad competition this year. Thrilled to see so many teachers in the science department taking an active role in coaching our students. True interdependence right there!

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Thank you for organizing the Adopt-A-Family this year!  You took so much time to ensure the family will have a wonderful Christmas!

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Carlos Alcantara (New Wellness Specialist)

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Carlos Alcantara (New Wellness Specialist)

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Thank you for all that you do - I have several students who have found your support to be priceless.

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Thank you for being so amazing and leading our discussions this past Monday. I am so thankful for all of you

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Thank you for doing everything in your power to protect our campus during the torrential downpour last week. Your quick action prevented a lot of damage.

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Thanks go out to Courtney Fenstermaker, Joy Millam, Donna Bartelli, Mindi Foote, David Hatori, Corinna Harnett, Tanya Borg, Teresa Shermer, Hannah Young and Paola Suchsland for facilitating the WASC session on Monday. It's not easy herding cats! And to Alyson for taking on the lead role.

Thank you to all participants for your earnest engagement.

Chris

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Thanks so much for encouraging the Mock Trial team-- they were so stunned by the encouragement (several reported that they didn't even have the teacher but was so touched by the outreach)! Thanks!

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The Mock Trial team was utterly blown away by the cards you sent out. Thanks so much!

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I LOVED the play Moon Over Buffalo. Another great production. Definitely laugh provoking! Kudos to Fred Ronquillo too for his stagecraft expertise!
Chris

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Thank you for the class interruption to make me feel like an All-Star again! And to Yosh and the boys basketball program for putting together another great Blue and Gold Night and fun staff game!

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Phyllis Barnes, Eva Rodriguez, Lorena Gonzalez and Odalys Laborde, aka "Las Guapas" 

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Phyllis Barnes, Eva Rodriguez, Lorena Gonzalez and Odalys Laborde, aka "Las Guapas" 

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For dressing up for "El día de los muertos." All of you looked guapísimas!

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Julie Walker, Teresa Shermer, Tanya Borg and Donna Becker...

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Julie Walker, Teresa Shermer, Tanya Borg and Donna Becker...

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Thanks for your hard work managing all of the elements of the School Plan for Student Achievement relevant to your roles. Students will benefit from your efforts!

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For inspiring our artists with unique projects and outlets for their creative energies in a relaxing and positive environment.

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You're doing a fantastic job AP3. Grateful for the laughter you bring to our workplace. Thanks for your dedication to VHS!

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What a great way to engage students in B&G Friday’s and build a sense of family and community in your room! Not to mention, recycle your gear!

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Thanks for your hard work with the Mock Trial team! You've been juggling big life stuff (congrats on buying your home) and coming up big for the kids.

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The band sounded fantastic on Friday night. You've poured many hours into the program and it's paying off. A proud and excellent Tiger Regiment!

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Gray, Garcia, Quintero, Huber, Deep, Mahoney

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Gray, Garcia, Quintero, Huber, Deep, Mahoney

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So exciting to watch our team this year. Your dedication to our players is unparalleled.

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LINK Crew / Cheer - Leina, Rebecca, Ally, & Nicole

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LINK Crew / Cheer - Leina, Rebecca, Ally, & Nicole

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Great job hosting the big event on Friday before the game. Nice turn out and kids engaged by games, cheer squads, and delicious food.

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Thank you for getting the tech working in my room!!!

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For popping in to provide a second set of eyes during lunch. With more than 125 kids in here, it's hard to see everything. Thank you!

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Kudos on hosting a huge event for our community on Saturday/Sunday - Robotics "Fall Classic". There was a big crowd of participants, parents, volunteers, and we appreciate your dedication to coordinating such a large scale event for VHS.

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Thanks for your hard work in so many different capacities on campus. You're so reliable and dedicated and always have an infectious smile.

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Thank you to all for your kind thoughts, prayers and well wishes while I tended to my sister's illness and passing. You are truly a very special and caring staff.

Chris

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Thanks for taking on the Holocaust Writing Project. This is an important experience for our students!

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Thanks for stepping up to serve as Science Olympiad Head Coach. Props to all science teachers for broader ownership of the program.

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Props to Eva Rodriguez and Kathy Klingaman for integrating the new School Access Management program from Raptor Technologies. They are literally the gatekeepers - for the school, and remain friendly and poised even if there is a "match."

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Thanks for the coffee and treats!

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Thanks for all help in getting most of the tables installed as well as the shelves moved/reinstalled. This has been a real team effort to get the Library finished.

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Giant THANK YOU to Gerardo Rodriguez (aka: G-Rod)

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Giant THANK YOU to Gerardo Rodriguez (aka: G-Rod)

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G saw a need and came back with a drill and finished our install of the 5 remaining tables. A real We Are US moment. 💛🐯💙

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It's been exciting to watch our teams grow with each play this year. Thanks for your dedication above and beyond the clock -- literally watched film after the Bell Game on Friday night.

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Bell Game 2018 Assembly AND halftime Staff Participants

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Bell Game 2018 Assembly AND halftime Staff Participants

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Your participation in Friday's activities was amazing.  Yes, for those of you who asked, you made Brandon (aka the "guy in the garage") really proud.  All he  hoped for was commitment, enjoyment and a strong group effort and you all brought it!  Thank you! Check the Bell Game folder if you missed halftime....simply epic.

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We appreciate the flexibility and determination you demonstrated in dealing with the bar-coding and distribution of 15,000 textbooks!

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You guys are the backbone of our school. You have worked around the clock and delayed any vacations in order to get everything ready for the opening.

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Thank you for all your hard work getting the textbooks inventoried and distributed for registration. You two are miracle workers!

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Thank you to Courtney, Nicole, Jamie, Ally, Chris, Corinna, Leina, Rosina, Jeff, Mike Young, and Chris for giving up some of your summer to grow as a professional!

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Thank you to Randy, Lina, Heidi, Leslie, Mo, Q, Joe, Mike Lorge, Calen, and Chris for giving up your summer to grow as a professional!

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Thanks for pouring in so much time, energy, and love into the library renovation!

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Thanks for your help getting the library renovated in time for the open of school!

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Textbooks was a tough gig but you all made a big difference. Thanks for all the help in the library -- we learned so much this week! Thanks for the positivity, Newtons, and fun!

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Thanks for all you have done to get the library cleared out so we can finish our mini-renovation

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Thanks for your kindness & coffee! That was such a kindness on a challenging day.

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Alyson Dixon, Erica Harding-Watanabe, Krystal Lee, Renee Rizzie, Lara Raymond

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Alyson Dixon, Erica Harding-Watanabe, Krystal Lee, Renee Rizzie, Lara Raymond

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Thanks for all your help today! You guys are rockstars!

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Thank you for your kindness and encouragement-- it meant so much.

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Congratulations on finishing Induction!  It has been such a pleasure working with you this year and getting to know you!

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Facilitated setting up the VHS ART SHOW with other members of the VA team out on DC retreat.  1,000,000 thank yous is not enough

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Congratulations to all who finished Induction last night... You have demonstrated a passion for our profession!

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For co-coordinating CAASPP and collaboratively identifying solutions. Thanks for your support!

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Dwight has been the calm competent support for the more complicated AP exams that require recording, uploading and/or online testing. He taught our proctors well, and made himself available to check in during all of the techy exams. Thank you!

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Congrats on 2nd place in Reno. I have really enjoyed our two Jazz Bands' performances. They are phenomenal! Nice work getting them to such a high level of performance!