Achievement First Ujima High School by Team Academic Ops

Thank you Team Ujima!

olabisiday — 2022-01-28 14:56:54 UTC

To the entire LT at Ujima-

Shout out to each and every one of you for going ABOVE and BEYOND your duties everyday. The students, families and staff have all benefited from the amount of time you're taking to build a great school. I'm shouting from the rooftop how awesome you all are.

Best,
Olabisi

Cristina!

2022-02-01 14:22:08 UTC

Cristina: What a journey this year has been for the lit program at Ujima! Through it all you have been such a source of calm, positive, and student centered leadership - all while wearing about 1,000 hats. THANK YOU for all you do for students, teachers, and families. And thank you for inviting me to work so closely with your team and students this year. It has been a powerful learning experience. Warmly,
Nicole

CLDC,

ashlynrazzo — 2022-02-03 19:16:49 UTC

Cristina, I am so lucky to have gotten to work with you over the years (across three different schools!). You are such an inspiration for our students and the impact you have had on our network is so broad. Thank you for all that you do - you're a boss and I look up to you! :)
<3 Ashlyn

Nana,

ashlynrazzo — 2022-02-03 19:17:47 UTC

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the work that you do! We are so lucky to have you in the AF community and our kids will never forget the work that you are putting in to give them a solid high school experience. I look forward to collaborating with you more in the future! :)
- Ashlyn

Ujima LT

2022-02-04 19:22:24 UTC

You all show up and show out for kids!!! You all are relentless in what you are willing to do to provide a safe and rigorous learning environment for kids. I especially witnessed this in my first week there. It has been a powerful experience watching it all go down. Thank you!

Amanda Donaldson

Cristina & Nana

2022-02-04 20:28:09 UTC

We are so appreciative of both you of! You have been tireless cheerleaders and advocates for your students and staff this year. Thank you for all that you do and the many hats that you wear!

Ryan & Erin

Dear Dominique,

2022-02-05 18:32:40 UTC

In the short time since you've joined Ujima, you have already been a light in the building. Your consistency, clarity, and commitment shine through - you are a true diamond with 1 million carats. Thank you for everything you bring to the work every day and for being an operational LEADER in this, the most challenging and critical year in schools' history! You are AWESOME!!!

Claire

Dear Nana,

2022-02-05 18:39:31 UTC

You are such a powerhouse LEADER. Your vision is momentous and your spirit is pervasive at Ujima. Warrior Princess indeed. It is such a privilege to be here with you in your first year of school leadership, watch you catch your footing and stride forward with conviction despite whatever unexpected bumps, tumbles, or boulders in the road.

Thank you so much for everything you bring to the work every day. Ujima is so incredibly lucky to have you as the leader.

Claire

Thank you Nana!

2022-02-06 01:07:10 UTC

The job of a principal this year has been one of the hardest jobs I can imagine. There are really no words to fully describe everything that you have had to manage and lead through on the daily. Society has asked you to make school happen regardless of whether the people you need, the structures you need, or the tools you need are there. And yet, you have led. You have balanced creative solutions and grit to keep safety and care for the whole person and the opportunity for in-person learning to happen all front and center. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. We (AF and society at large) cannot thank you enough for all you have done and all of you have given this year.
- Michael D

Brandon,

2022-02-09 17:19:56 UTC

It has been a pleasure working with you during the beginning of the school year. Seeing you creating relationships with new students in a new school was very rewarding. Looking forward to seeing and being a part of your progress with Ujima. Keep doing what you do!

Berta

Oh Cristina

2022-02-14 22:22:08 UTC

You are simply amazing in so many ways. This year has given us so many lemons, and yet you have navigated all of these challenges like a CHAMP! Seriously, it takes someone with immense grit to reimagine the math classroom like you and Hailey have, even under the toughest circumstances challenged us to do so. Keep this hunger and passion high! You rock and you rule! Rodolpho

Nana and Cristina,

2022-02-15 11:24:42 UTC

The History team would like to extend our warmest and most sincere expressions of thanks and gratitude for guiding your academic community through less than ideal circumstances. Your flexibility, dedication, and hard work are a tremendous benefit to your student body. The challenges your community has encountered have been serious, and you have met and overcome them, and continue to do so displaying a incredible amount of perseverance. Thank you for building, and continuing to maintain a wonderful community!!

Vernon Lucas

Nana and Cristina

angelawineland1 — 2022-02-15 13:46:38 UTC

I find myself without adequate words. Your ability to remain unflappable and consistent in the face of so many challenges is a skill I both admire and continue to learn from. I am truly grateful for the opportunities I have had this year to be a part of your school community, and consistently look forward to the time we have to collaborate in the future. Thank you for all that you do every day, and thank you for all you are teaching me about great leadership.

Best,

Angela

Happy School Leader Appreciation Week! Sending you all lots of love!

TeamAcademicOps — 2022-02-16 16:15:59 UTC

We appreciate all you do in support of our scholars and families!

TeamAcademicOps — 2022-02-16 16:25:51 UTC