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Camisa has been awesome to work with because she is always compassionate with our students. Many of them have specific problems that further prevent them from doing day-to-day school work, and she's made sure to communicate with each and every student about these problems, and help them find ways to work around them!

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We had a really great Literacy Night! The teachers worked really hard to make it awesome and it was a huge success! We had great attendance and the kids had so much fun!

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Teachers in our school have really been working hard in LETRS and implementing what they have learned. It has been showing up in our scores.

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I am amazed by the compassion my students have for each other. They are generally positive and kind toward one another. They are quick to offer kind words, compliments, and support when they notice a peer in need.

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I appreciate our Paras, who are always willing to help/get involved with students. These ladies help me be more effective in my work!

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What I am about to share with you was actually inspired by a teacher on our campus.  While working as a 4th grade teacher I often (at least once a week) had students write a compliment on a sticky note to one another, particularly if there had been any sign of contention displayed.  In the meantime, I would ensure everyone received specific compliments.  Sometimes that meant that I would write down a compliment to some of the students on a sticky note.  At the end of the day I would read these compliments outloud to the class.  I would collect them in a jar and when the jar was full the class would earn a party.  Now that I'm the title I  teacher and have less time with students, I only do this activity a couple times in the year.  It really helps build a unity among classmates.

Leah

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I work in a lot of different capacities in our district that give me the opportunity to assist teachers when difficulties arise. One of the things that I appreciate is the positive attitude teachers have when things are not working or they are faced with less than exciting changes. How we react to things impacts our ability to overcome obstacles and I am always amazed by the positive attitude teachers have when dealing with these things.

Brandon

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This year we are all participating in A Season of Giving. We wanted the students here to focus on the giving end of the season rather than the receiving end. It has been so wonderful to see students and staff thinking of small ways to be kind to each other. I hope that A Season of Giving will become a tradition here at Vernon Elementary.

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My students love to share the positive things that they love about another student during our "birthday spotlight". It is so fun to see everyone participating to share what is great about the birthday student, and to see the student glowing. This really spreads a lot of positivity within the class. - Breyan Flake

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One of our Paras brings special food/treats from home for our hungry students as a motivator for positive behavior and the students she helps have really responded well to the treats and they know they don't need to smuggle food from home :)
Way to go Jamie we admire your efforts!
Susan

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I have an Asperger's student in my class this year. It's been awesome to see how accepting students can be these days. I did not explain his situation to them at all, but the amazing thing is no one has even asked! They can see there is a difference, but it has been nothing but positive and uplifting responses. There is a lot of tolerance in many of the kiddos these days!

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I work with an amazing friend who always willing to listen to my ideas and help me keep those ideas within reach. For example we have been doing the 12 days of Christmas with our classes this year. Each day we share our ideas and encourage each other to keep it small and doable. It's great to work with people who encourage and understand how your brain works.
Tina Evans

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I have seen students be kind towards each other by the way they say nice things to each other.  You can do it you are smart.  They encourage each other to do their best on tests they may have. Julane

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I work with a great group of teachers. They are always willing to help me out. They may make fun of my lack of artistic ability but always try to include me in their activities. They even have asked me to go out to eat with them multiple times.

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I enjoy working with the other 5th grade teachers and Stephanie Camisa! It is great to be with people who are so dedicated to students success and well-being.

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I really enjoyed working with Kim Scott last year. She make letrs class fun and even provided snacks! - Brandi

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Every year certain students walk around and hand out candy canes to everyone.  They do this out of the kindness of their heart.  I think this is a very sweet gesture.

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I've seen students reaching out to each other and including each other. It's rare this year that I see a student on their own, and it warms my heart to see them taking care of each other in this way.

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I don't know if you guys know this, but Lannie and I work together. We've been together for over 7 years. Lannie ALWAYS has a positive attitude and frequently sends little notes, cards, or leaves little gifts like super cute stationary for me. Her little gestures go a long way.

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I have a very shy student (painfully shy) and her best (only) friend moved away a couple months ago. I noticed a decline in her attitude and grades directly after.
Last few weeks the class has made up a game of who can "make her laugh".  Friday, she took the initiative to play the PAT time game with a group. She was smiling from ear to ear the whole time.
It is so heartwarming to see students accept others differences and show compassion for each other.