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You all have one of the hardest jobs and are doing it in the midst of a pandemic.  You are heroes and we are so thankful for you.  Keep up the great work and know that TFA alums support you!!

Best,
Brennan Meier

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YOU! Hope you feel the love and appreciation we have for you. Thank you for pouring into amazing kids every day. Grateful for every shared moment you nurture that breathes identity into all those future leaders. With love, Michelle Kinder

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YOU! Hope you feel the love and appreciation we have for you. Thank you for pouring into amazing kids every day. Grateful for every shared moment you nurture that breathes identity into all those future leaders. With love, Michelle Kinder

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Mrs. Wright, I know our teachers have faced countless challenges and limitless stress this year. In honor of you and the incredible resilience of all teachers, we are sponsoring lunch for the Teach for America corps members. Thank you for all you do and continue to do to support our children! Amanda and Aaron Brown

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Mrs. Burns was my 3rd grade teacher at Leon Valley Elem. Grandpa Hall had to meet with her because I talked too much. Thank you to all the great teachers out there and a special thank you to Mrs. Burns, my favorite teacher.

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Thank you for being a wonderful teacher and for continuing to improve our education system. Love you, Auntie M

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Dearest Goddaughter, I am so proud of you for the vital work that you do and, especially, the wonderful person that you are. With much love, Dedie

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Sending all of our love and gratitude to you, our amazing corps member teachers - getting it done every day for your kids! We appreciate you more than you know! -Austin 

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Sending all of our love and gratitude to you, our amazing corps member teachers - getting it done every day for your kids! We appreciate you more than you know! -Austin 

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Mrs. Varela, I know our teachers have faced countless challenges and limitless stress this year. In honor of you and the incredible resilience of all teachers, we are sponsoring lunch for the Teach for America corps members. Thank you for your heroic efforts this year and everything you continue to do to support our children! Amanda and Aaron Brown

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You are the true heroes of our society! 

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You are the true heroes of our society! 

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“Nine-tenths of education is encouragement.” - Anatole France

To all the Teach for America Corp Members...thanks for all you do!

- Victor Terry

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Colorful Flowers Cute & Friendly General Greetings Mother's Day Poster

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Thank you to all of our school leaders!!

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Thank you to all of our school leaders!!

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Thank you for leading the way even during the most challenging of times. We are lucky to have you and greatly appreciate you!!!

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Thank you for continuing to demonstrate resiliency as you continue to push through this crazy year! You all are the real heroes and I applaud you for showing up as your authentic selves! This year has been tough, rough and all of that stuff, BUT you continue to lead in spite of the obstacles that exist. YOU continue to adapt; YOU continue to innovate; YOU continue to YOU and show up for our students. Cheers to you all! Love - Nadia

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all our current and alumna teachers!! While I faced challenges in my corps year (DFW 2016), you all are the real heroes. I can't imagine the difficulties and trials of being in a classroom this year. I'm so proud of all of you and wish you nothing but the best in the years to come. Cheers to you!! -Michele

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There is literally no one in the world that can possibly understand what it's like to lead and teach in a school that experienced a tornado, moving your entire campus in 2 days, a global pandemic, and switch to virtual learning--all in one school year. Like, WHAT? And through it all, you were anchors of learning and hope, you innovated and learned from mistakes, and somehow made it look easy! Each day you show up and try to give our babies what they and their communities deserve.

Once a Patriot, always a Patriot. #PPBDI

Love, Yuri

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Y'all!!! WHAT A YEAR!!! First year teaching in a pandemic?!? What the heck!! Everyday I am amazed at how y'all have persevered through this challenging year. I'm consistently reminded that you are the change makers in our system. I see the ways you have shown up for your families and communities and EACH OTHER despite being virtual. I'm so proud of the way you've built community and aligned to our mission. Thank you for being you and taking on this work! -TJ

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There are no words to describe how each of you have stepped up and grew alongside your students this year (and last). Through each peak and valley, you have leaned in with your talent, brilliance, and love of your kids--and it's been such a joy to witness. I hope you get all the love this week (and all the free food!).

Love,
Yuri

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Happy teacher appreciation week!! I am so proud of your adaptability and resilience that you've experienced in switching from in-person learning to virtual. I'm incredibly proud of the way you've shown up for your students during the transition, and supported their personal and academic growth. This year has been TOUGH to say the least, and your strength and dedication to our mission has shown through and through. I've seen you lead in creative ways that I couldn't even begin to think of! You deserve all the recognition!! -TJ

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Wow. You are a fighter like no other. I am always laughing and smiling when you are speaking about your students and your school. You are a breath of fresh air and I am so happy that you have trusted me to be apart of your journey. Keep your head up and happy teacher appreciation week! -Itsel

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Happy Teacher Appreciation, Mr. Cruse! I am so glad that I've been able to play a small part in your development this school year! Keep learning, growing, and innovating.  We recognize and appreciate your hard work, sir!

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You are so amazing and the epitome of black girl magic. I love the fact that I was apart of your growth. Happy teacher appreciation!

Sabrina (MTLD)

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Along with my own Corps year, ya'll hold a very special place in my heart because you're the first ever Corps I was able to work with. Your Corps Experience is unique to say the least. I'm so proud of the leaders ya'll are becoming and I hope that wherever alumnihood takes you, you'll remember that it takes broad coalitions in all of the systems to truly make a change. Love you all so, so much!

Cynthia Barajas (DFW '14)

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Your first year is coming to an end. I hope that you know how much we admire your dedication to our students and that you are valued. You've worked behind some of the hardest working conditions for teachers and you overcame testing, balancing all of the things, and still showing up for our kids. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Love,
Cynthia Barajas (DFW '14)

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Steven, it's been such a joy to see you grow in your craft these past two years. I truly love all the updates you share on social media about your students and your progress in the classroom. You are a true gem, and I hope that you know how much of a difference you've made for your students. Congrats on reaching alumnihood and Happy Teacher Appreciation Week.

Cynthia Barajas (DFW '14)

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You teach 5 minutes from my hometown and in the same schools where my dad and where my aunt went to school. Thank you for everything you do. Truly. And thank you especially for pouring your all into figuring out how to make this school year work. The sheer workload of teaching in a "regular" year is difficult; y'all have done that during year(s) that have asked even MORE of you than before. You are SO SO appreciated. And while it may feel like it often goes unnoticed, your deep care for this work and your desire to always be excellent for your students is evident. Keep flying.

Colton

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I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Rocio since we both joined the corps in 2015. Not only is she a true advocate for our communities, but she is a true advocate for her students. She brings so much love and passion to her craft as an educator & you can tell how much her kiddos love her when you watch them in the classroom. Rocios unwavering dedication to her students is just one of her superpowers! She is also a strong advocate for racial equity and makes sure to highlight and celebrate the different identities of her students. It’s always such a joy to hear about her students and I know the families she’s worked with over the past 5-6 years feel blessed to call her “maestra”. Thank you for always going above and beyond in this work, Rocio!
With love,
Angela (DFW 2015)

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Ms. Henderson - You're the best co-teacher a gal could ask for. Your commitment, love, and silliness are contagious!

And I love that every time I go to North Park, I look in the turtle pond and think of you!
<3 <3 <3 Ms. Littlefield

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Spending a day shadowing you last year really opened my eyes to what it means to always be there for teachers. I love how no matter what, you always know what to prioritize moment to moment, and people always come first. Your such a gift.

-Jaynie

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From the 2019 corps to the 2020 corps, we've got your back and sending you all our love & support!

We shared this video when you first joined us in DFW and what a year it's been.  We are so grateful you're in this work with us and part of the TFA DFW family. Quack on! 🐥

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Welcome & Encouragement from 2019 CMs to 2020 CMs.mp4

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TBT to the days when you didn't have to wear a mask and I could visit your classroom.

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TBT to the days when you didn't have to wear a mask and I could visit your classroom.

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You're the rockstar every kid needs in their life! This picture is SO 2019 but I'm looking forward to the (hopefully near) future when I can visit your classroom again to see you be a rockstar
🌟💖🌟 SK

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Congrats on completing your first year as AP at TBP. Every day, I see how you are living your commitment to your students, and I'm so proud of how you are leading your campus to great results. Thank you for everything you did this year.

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Raise your hand if you love Ms. Castillo! 

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Raise your hand if you love Ms. Castillo! 

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Genesis you are the light in so many lives with the joy and love you bring to every interaction. Thank you for being you and for all that you do!
<3 SK

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Sending you love and support from your DFW team! Teaching is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor during a typical year, and this year has been anything but typical.

Know that the work you are doing and how you show up for your kids will be remembered and valued long into the future.

From my family of classroom educators: we appreciate you, we value your dedication, and we celebrate your contributions. You are making a difference!

-Austin

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Y'all rock! Sending love to those of my 2018 TFA cohort who are still teaching!!- Katelyn '15

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"Education breeds confidence. Confidence breeds hope. Hope breeds peace.”

Thank you for everything you do for our North Texas students. Your resilience this year is not unseen!

-Belén

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Congrats to Janette Chairez on being named Teacher of the Year on her campus!! You do so much for Fort Worth students! Grateful I got to be your MTLD!!--KH '15

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Way to go Bach Cities Cohort! Thankful for y'all everyday-- stay Topo!-- Katelyn Hall

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Sending lots of love to our North Texas teachers this year - you deserve ALL the appreciation, this week and always.

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to Kelly Menzel-- my role model and the early childhood/literacy/bilingual specialist of my dreams! Grateful for the impact you make every day!-- Katelyn '15

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Elina, Meg, Nancy, George, Brenton, Ynez, Amanda, Hannah, Mahika, Akeliah, Luis, Callie, Madeline, Maya, Samantha, Eunice, Emma, Judah, Veronica, Chloe, Bree, Markeshia, Faith, Daniel, Claire, and Charles...

What up!!! While our time together at the beginning of this year was short-lived, I got so much encouragement and hope from getting to talk with and to work with you. Your deep care for this work, your eagerness to help your students grow, and your passions for finding ways to lead in your schools was so evident. Thank your for all the time and life you continually invest into your students, your schools, and each other -- you are truly, truly appreciated.

Yall keep reppin @ Rise, Edgecliff, INA, Leonard, Elevate, Daggett, Clarke, Contreras, and Westcreek!

Colton

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Happy happy teacher appreciation week to Allie Rutherford (TFA '18) and Hannah Williams (TFA '16)! So proud of all you've accomplished this year!-- Katelyn Hall TFA '15

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Thank you for all you do for kids!

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"Free the child’s potential, and you will transform him into the world.”

With so much going on in the world, nation, and community I wanted to just THANK YOU! You are truly heroes who are shaping and molding our nation's next generation. Sending you much thanks and love.

-Belén