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Congratulations to all of you awesome seniors!! I cannot believe you are already graduating! I still look back on pictures from our year together in 1st grade and remember each of you in our fun, sweet, and silly class! Remember camping during the last week of school? That was so much fun!!

I am so proud of each and every one of you and wish you all the best in your very bright futures.

Congratulations, class of 2020!

Love,
"Ms. Bledsoe" (Now Mrs. Briggs)

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I can't believe that you are already graduating! It truly seems like only a short time ago you were in my classroom, and now you are all ready to close out your senior year. You were my first ever class to teach, and you will always hold a special place in my heart. I learned so much from you at the same time you were learning from me. Your picture holds a special place in my classroom, where every class I have can see the students that helped shape the teacher I am today. I am so proud of all of you; this has been an unprecedented time for students and educators, and I am positive you are all doing whatever it takes to make your senior year the greatest!

Keep Shining Bright!
Mrs. LeBlanc
rachl323@yahoo.com

Family Update:
I am teaching 1st grade again, in a district near Houston (yes, I am back in Texas!). I am a proud Summerwood Star!  Mr. LeBlanc and I have two daughters now, Evangeline and Aurora. They will be going to 2nd and Kinder next year. They love having a teacher mom!

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Where has the time gone?  It feels like just a short while ago, you were sitting in your places in our learning community, sharing the details of your weekend adventures, completing open house projects with excitement, and receiving end of year awards in our little animal print classroom. You were absolutely one of my favorite groups of students to teach!  You were vibrant learners, kind-hearted, gifted across a variety of domains, and full of wisdom and character.  I hold so many special memories in my heart of each one of you.  I have thought of you and your families often over the years and am privileged to keep up with many of you through your parent’s social media outlets.

Congratulations on reaching this milestone!  What a story you will be able to tell to future generations!  I am certain you have handled all the changes and the impact of the unique circumstances of this time with courage and grace.  It can’t and won’t stop you from forging the new path set before you that has destined you to meet the successes ahead!  You are AMAZING individuals and have great purpose to fulfill in our world.  Be brave, stay committed and focused on your goals, and never give up even when it gets tough. I have no doubt you will accomplish all that your heart desires to achieve.  Go forth and seek greatness because that is what lies within each of YOU!  Stay in touch at tammie.texada152@gmail.com.

Abundant Blessings!

Ms. Texada (now Mrs. Williams)

Family Update:

In 2014 I moved to Houston, Tx. and married my husband of five years.  He is an Engineer working with NASA and SpaceX on Cargo Missions. We have a son, Stephen Ryder, who is four years old, very smart and full of energy!  In 2013, I became an elementary school counselor and transitioned to middle school counseling in 2016.  Currently, I am a middle school Student Support Counselor which means I work with students who are in crisis and lead small topic-based support groups. I love my life in Houston but I sure do miss my family and friends in the Dallas region and I still love animal print! LOL! xoxo

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I cannot help but smile reading each of your names on the 2020 Riddle Senior list. For good reason everyone mentions what a wonderful group of students you are – you are kindhearted and looked out for one another in a way that was rare and admirable. I continue to see it an honor to serve as your principal during a good part of your time at Riddle Elementary. I saw it my primary goal to ensure that THE BEST teachers were in your corner each and every day – you deserved an amazing education and that meant teachers who made you feel loved, encouraged, and supported exactly where you were at each point along your way at Riddle. In addition to caring adults inside the school building, your parents raised you well and worked hard to make sure your experience in elementary school was memorable and fun. As you move on to the next chapter in life, I hope you’ll continue to follow the rules we had for you at Riddle as they are solid life rules as well:

·      Do what’s right.

·      Do what’s best.

·      Treat others the way you want to be treated.

Know that you make an impact wherever you go - I feel certain you will make an impact in the most positive way because that’s who you are!

Hugs and fishes (and Gig ‘Em),

Mrs. Taylor
racheltaylor1999@gmail.com

Update on the Taylor family:
I stopped working at Riddle in the summer of 2011 after our daughter Caroline was born. Caroline is now 9. Emily turns 8 this week and Joshua is 6 and finishing his Kindergarten year. I am currently a consultant and David teaches law at SMU. xoxo

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Congratulations to our Seniors!

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You did it!  I knew you would because you are all destined for great things!  I have been thinking about you a lot and the impact that the closure of schools has had on your senior year.  You’ve learned more in these last weeks than any textbook could have taught you.  You’ve learned what really matters in life.  My hope for you is that you always enjoy the simple things.  Embrace the connection of family and friends and realize that the most valuable possessions in this world cannot be bought.  While this is not the senior year you dreamed of, it will always be your senior year, unique among others, and never be forgotten.

I want you to know that after teaching for 20+ years, your class is by far my favorite and will always hold a special place in my heart!  You, along with your parents, made it a special year and I hope that you will always remember your 1st year of school with fond memories.  I love you all and am so blessed to have been your Kindergarten teacher.  I am so proud of each and everyone of you!  I have enjoyed watching you through the years and sharing in your joys and accomplishments!  I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.  Please remember to be kind, do your best and always make good choices.  Yes, the current situation of schools is difficult, but more moments await you: moments that will fill your life with love, purpose and hope.  So, look forward, hold your heads high, go after your dreams, pay attention to small moments that can change your life, and above all else be BRAVE!

If you ever need anything at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out.  I will always be here for you!

Congratulations and best wishes!

All my love,

Mrs. Finn

Update on the Finn family:  We have moved to East Texas to be closer to family. We are living on a beautiful lake and enjoying lake life and all that comes with it! I am teaching 1st grade in the same district I grew up in.  Garrett graduated from Texas A&M and is an Engineer at Raytheon in Dallas.  Alyssa is a Pre-Med major and will graduate from  Texas A&M in Dec.

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What an incredible group of students!!! I still remember when you walked in on Meet the Teacher Night...I knew from that VERY moment what a fabulous year it would be in first grade. I still remember your sweet faces, your drive, intuition, and just how much you cared for one another in our class. I still remember the last week of first grade "camp" like it was yesterday!! I still have the picture frame you all made for me with all of your signatures, something I will treasure forever. It is my hope you still hold those sweet memories from Riddle.

I truly wish I could see each of you and give you a huge hug at this time!! You don't know how much it meant during these past years when you would continue to come back to visit on Meet the Teacher Night, Fall Festival or Open House. Thank you!!! Please know I will ALWAYS be here for you cheering you on, no matter what path you take after high school!! Always remember to be kind, stay true to yourself and continue to care for others!!!

It truly has been a privilege and a honor being a small part of your educational journey. I have no doubt you will continue to do AMAZING things in this next chapter.  Your future is limitless, so go and continue to shine!!! I look forward to hearing about all of the wonderful accomplishments you will continue to make. You will ALWAYS hold a special place in my heart!  Wishing you all the success and happiness going forward!! Congratulations and best wishes Class of 2020!!

All my love,
Mrs. Snell
snellm@tx.rr.com

Family Update:
I am no longer at Riddle, however, I'm fortunate to be connected with students through tutoring (1st-5th graders) and loving it! Aidan will be a junior at Frisco High School in the fall and is now 16-years old (class of 2022)!  It is his hope to attend Texas A&M to major in engineering. I'm treasuring every minute of his last two years of high school!

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I am so proud of you and all of your hard work.  I taught some of you in third grade and loved you so much that I moved up and taught you in fourth grade too!  I can't believe that you are graduating!  I wish I could see each of you and give you a big hug!  I have so many great memories of our time together and you hold a special place in my heart.  Enjoy this time in your life and go out and make the world a better place with kindness.

I now live in Florida and Dylan will be a senior and Hannah a junior.  Time flies!!!  Please keep in touch. Let me know how you are and what you are doing. You can look me up on social media or email.  angela_afshar@verizon.net

Whatever your next adventure is, I know you will do great things!  Congratulations again!

Love,
Mrs. Afshar

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Hello to my former fourth graders turned high school graduates! Do you still remember the helping verbs song? Helping Verbs, Helping Verbs, There are 23 (sung to the tune of Jingle Bells)...Maybe you don't remember this song, but I remember you all like it was yesterday.

I picture your faces listening to me read aloud James and the Giant Peach with you. You loved when Centipede said inappropriate words. I censored many of them for you. :)  I remember how interested you all were in the Texas Revolution. I miss your enthusiasm for finding all the correct grammar elements within our mentor sentences for DLW.  I miss hearing you read and reading your personal narratives laden with descriptive details!

Flash forward to middle, then high school, and I'm sure my class seems like a distant memory. You've grown so much since those days, now reading giant novels and writing essays so long your hands are probably numb. I am so very proud of all of you. I know you've been robbed of some memorable high school milestones, but I also know this is just a small bump on your paths to success. You have so much to look forward to, and I can't wait to hear about all the wonderful accomplishments you will have in your lives. Congratulations to this special class!!!
All my love,
Mrs. Rivner

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What a special time in your life!  I cannot believe you are all  SENIORS!  It seems like yesterday you were all "sitting on your rug spot" in Kindergarten!  Singing the days of the week, counting by 5's and 10's, and of course sharing stories of our families, sports, and our pets! What a fantastic time we all had together!  You ALL hold a special place in my heart and such special memories!  I've loved seeing some of you at LT basketball and football games! Thanks for teaching me to be a better teacher and person!  I know you will all accomplish  SPECTACULAR adventures in this next step of your life!  You are all CHAMPIONS!
Love,
Ms. Shannon and Pups!
Danica, Chepe, Lola and Landry

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I'm so excited for you and your accomplishments.  You were my first group of 5th graders and I cannot believe that you are graduating seniors. I loved your spunky and welcoming personalities as I leaped straight out of student teaching to becoming your art teacher; I was so excited to teach you art. Some of the memories I have of your group are, Noodles and Doodles, end of the year chalk art, and you all being so excited to learn how to paint with watercolor! I've loved seeing and hearing from you randomly throughout the years, and look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in the future. I know you are going to do amazing things, and can't wait to hear about it all! Way to go! I hope you enjoy your journey as you pursue your passions!

A little bit about me: I'm now the art teacher at Lawler Middle School, I have a 4 year old son, Niam, and a dog named Rocco!
Feel free to keep in touch on social media or through email! woo hoo!
-Mrs.Mistry

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I cannot believe you all are seniors this year! You all hold a very special place in my heart as my first group of 3rd graders. I wish I was able to see you all during the Riddle senior breakfast and get to hear about your lives. I know you all will accomplish AMAZING things! I wish you all the best as you enter into this next phase of life. Always remember you have an entire crew of teachers rooting for you! Congratulations to all the 2020 seniors!
Ms. Lisee (now Evans)

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WOW! I can´t believe you all are seniors and graduating.  I taught some of you in kinder and some in 2nd grade. I still have our class pictures hanging in my current class.  My firsties love to ask questions about who you are and what grade you are in now.  And then they let me know how old I am. :)  I remember those years  with you so clearly and all the fun and learning that we did.  So many great memories. Since I taught you, I had my twin boys, who are now 9 and will be in fourth grade next year.  I am currently teaching first grade at Newman Elementary. What a special class you are.  You will do BIG things in this world. Good luck!  Be kind. And know how PROUD I am of you!  Congratulations to all of you!
Love,
Mrs. Peel

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Wow! It’s hard to believe that you all are graduating this year. You all were my very first group of third graders. I
remember being so nervous to teach my very first group, but you all made it so easy! You taught me just as much as I taught you. I am still teaching 3rd grade at Riddle and I often tell my classes about you all and the memories we shared. You all were one of a kind! You will shine so bright- you have an amazing future ahead! You’re the BEST of the BEST and I am so proud of each of you! Congratulations to the sweetest seniors. You’ve got this- keep shining!

With all my love,
Mrs. Powers

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The first thing I think of when I remember you all – the class of 2020 - is what a phenomenal group of 5th graders you were. Those of us who remain at Riddle still talk about how this was “that class, full of sweet, funny personalities, close friendships, and incredibly kind and respectful young people”.  Now, here you are about to graduate and we could not possibly be any prouder.

You brought us so much joy during your years at Riddle and as we tried to keep in touch with you through your middle school years, you continued to make us proud. Then your lives became busier once you reached high school, with friends, academics, sports, and jobs. We could still catch some snippets of what was happening in your lives, either through your parents or younger siblings or social media. The best parts were the surprise visits you made to see us during Meet the Teacher Nights or Fall Festivals or the occasional emails from you.

Your high school experience was truly unique from beginning to end. The first and only class to set foot into a brand new LTHS in the Fall of 2016, you were always the upper-classmen. You did indeed blaze the trail for those who followed and there is no better group to have done so than you. Though the final few months of your high school career were certainly not what you had hoped for, you have persevered. You are strong, capable, caring individuals whose resilience is to be admired.

Finally, you know you’re not going to finish reading this without Mrs. T throwing in some science. Here is a quote from Marie Curie that seems fitting for the times: “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.” Now go blaze a new trail. We have no doubt you will be amazing. Love you all!
❤Mrs. T

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Wow!! How is it possible that y'all are graduating?! Time flies! I'm so very proud of each and every one of you! You did it!! You've worked so hard and now the future is yours. You can truly become anything your heart desires with lots of hard work and dedication. Continue to spread love and kindness to the world as you always have. Ya'll are EXTRA special to me because y'all were my first class of students when I began my teaching career. Y'all are my babies!! 😍 I miss you tons! Since leaving Riddle, my husband and I have enjoyed life in the Navy. We've lived in Florida, Bahrain, California, and next is Virginia. I've also had 3 boys named Beckham, Brooks, and Bastian (just 3 weeks old).💙 I'm abundantly blessed to be a stay at home mom now, but I do miss teaching because of the students. YOU made my first year of teaching so rewarding and I'm very grateful for all of you. We had so many great memories and I hope you never forget your Riddle family roots. 🤗 CONGRATULATIONS on graduation!!! 🥳🎉🎊

Much Love and Best Wishes,
Mrs. Beaird

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As I was looking through the names of graduates, it made me emotional! I have SO many memories of this group of kids.  You were my first 2nd grade class to teach at Riddle, and then I had the privilege of moving up with you to 3rd grade.  I remember being so excited to move up with this group because you truly were an amazing class! It makes me so happy to see how many of you are graduating together.

I still live in Frisco, and I’m a pre-k teacher now.  I have a 5 year old daughter named Evelyn and a 7 year old son named Brooks.  They keep me busy!

I wish you all the very best in what you decide to do next year and beyond that.  Congratulations to all of you!!!

With so much love,
Mrs. Allen

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When I looked at the list of seniors, I couldn't believe that you guys were graduating this year!  It seems like just yesterday when you were at Riddle.  There are different paths that each of you will take as you leave high school. No matter where you go and what you do, always remember to be kind to others.  People won't pay attention to what you know, but they will remember how you made them feel, and how you got along with others.  I look forward to hearing about this next adventure in your life.
Love and hugs!
Mrs. Wright

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Wow! You guys are graduating...that means I am getting OLD! When I left Riddle I was pregnant with the twins-they are now going into the third grade and I am their art teacher in Allen. Alexandra is going into the eighth grade! I miss you all and think of you and your families often. The best part of this teaching gig is getting to see you grow up through the years!  I have had a front row seat via social media for some of you through your parents. I am so proud of you and cannot wait to follow your successes in life. I still remember so many great times with yall at Riddle!  When you travel somewhere-always look up their local art museum and take someone with you to share the experience of looking at fine art. Please keep me posted on your life and what you are up to. Love you all.
Go Rangers!
Nolte

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I can't believe you are all seniors! I am so proud to see you graduating this year. Since I met each of you, I got married, I have a two year old, and I'm working at Istation, and somehow in my mind you are all still 7 and 8 years old! I still have your class picture and read funny things you all said in the journal I kept. Time sure flies and I can't wait to hear about all the great things you will accomplish in the years to come. Congratulations and way to go!

Much love,
Ms. Stoker (now Mrs. Prunty!)

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Oh my goodness, you all have made an amazing accomplishment. I cannot believe that time has gone by so fast and all of you are so grown up. It seems like yesterday some of you were in my Kindergarten class learning to read and write.  I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to start your education and I know other wonderful teachers have furthered  you to be so successful in the next phase of your life. I wish all of you the best in your future endeavors.Please remember to make everyday amazing as Malcolm X stated, "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today".
Continue to prepare yourself for a wonderful journey and never stop learning.
Love to all, Mrs. Fallwell

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Wow!  What a milestone.  I can't believe that this amazing class of sweet, curious, smart, funny, and wonderful humans is graduating from high school.  It seems like yesterday we were sharing and reading great books together, making connections through literature and life, and learning together.  You all left a big mark on my life, and I am forever grateful to have been a small part of your elementary school career.  Each of you has a wonderful future ahead of you, and I can't wait to hear what you all accomplish.  Please stay in touch!  I love hearing from you and what y'all are doing to learn and serve in the world.  As they say at UT, "what starts here changes the world", and I also believe that is true of our Riddle students.  Dream big, always be kind, and know that you are all SO LOVED!!
Oh, and keep reading, too!!  It's an amazing gift to yourself!
Much love and Happy reading,
Mrs. Kinsella  :)

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Hey y'all! Mrs. Keating here! Let me set the scene for you: it is August of 2012, just before Meet the Teacher night, and I am so excited and SWEATING BULLETS at the exact same time! How would my first year of teaching go? Would the students like me? What kind of teacher did I want to be?? And in walks YOU (alllll of you) and I am instantly assured of how great the year would be. You all came in feeling the exact same way, a bit excited and a bit nervous. You wore a brave, kind-hearted smile. I have to tell you, that year of teaching will always be one of my favorites. I remember extra recess on Fridays,  Mrs. Beaird and I playing against y'all in basketball and football! You did NOT go easy on us. I remember the obsessions/fascination you all had when the trash truck came during recess. I remember going to camp and pranking cabins at night with Mr. Leary. That year with all of you is still so clear. <3 And now, you are old and I am, well, older! The future we once talked about in all of your "letters to my future self" (coming soon!) is here, and that future is YOURS. Make what you want out of it. Determine what you want to do in life, set the path and follow it. Learn from your mistakes, but most importantly forgive yourself for making them.  Be unapologetically YOU and never settle for less. Wear that brave, kind-hearted smile ALWAYS and give grace to others knowing that they have the same excited/nervous feeling as you. I hope that you all know that I am still here for you, whether you need someone to proof-read an essay, someone to talk to or someone to celebrate with. I couldn't be more proud of you and I CANNOT wait to hear of all the amazing things you do for this world.
Your teacher, Mrs. Keating
P.S. Wreck 'em Tech!!!
Keatingk@friscoisd.org

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I can't believe you're all graduating!  Science is so strange...who knew all of you would continue to age and grow up and I would stay young and ageless.  Hahaha!  I am SO proud of each and every one of you.  I know this isn't the senior year you were expecting, but knowing all of you, you're handling it with grace and continuing to make wonderful memories.  This class has so many talented students.  I can only imagine where each of you are headed as you move into the next phase of your lives.  Continue to roll with the punches and control what you can control!  Be a positive light in the lives of those around you.  Each of you changed me and made an impact on my life.  I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to teach and work with all of you.  I wish you all the best.  Congratulations on this major milestone.
Ms. Griffin

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Congratulations! You guys are already making history! It is so exciting to have students who went to Riddle moving on to the real world. We can't wait to see what your future holds. You are meant for great things! Pursue your passions! Feel free to come back and visit us at Riddle anytime. Best Wishes,
Mrs. Cox

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Congratulations to all of the Riddle QUEST students! I am so proud of you and I wish more than anything that I could see you all grown up and give you a hug!  Good luck to you as you start another journey.  Reach for the stars and don't let anything stop you! Always continue 'STRETCHING YOUR BRAIN'!
Mrs. Kirkpatrick

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I cannot believe you are graduating.  It seems like just yesterday you were singing in the choir and learning recorders.  You all are AMAZING!  Continue to grow and keep adding to the goodness and beauty in the world. Keep music in your life and keep developing those unique dreams and talents that make you who you are!  I am confident you will continue to succeed in life.

Keep Singing,
Mrs. Landers