Mr. Fernando Benavides - Principal at Boles Junior High

Hats off to Mr. Benavides, principal at Boles Junior High. In the mornings, he is out front early to direct traffic. He can always be spotted in the halls between classes encouraging kids to get to class on time. Mr. B. meets regularly with students to talk with them about their grades and behavior and to let them know that he has high expectations for them. He is passionate about this school and the students, and it shows. The faculty and staff appreciate his spirit, energy and support.

Submitted by: Faculty member at Boles - Friday, November 06, 2009

Mrs. Pat Knapp - Day Dispatcher at Security

Pat has been with the district for more than 30 years. She has the thankless job of answering two phones, assisting visitors, dispatching officers, logging radio traffic, assigning vehicles and many other duties. She does her job very well, and I am happy to have her on my team. Thank you, Pat.

Submitted by: Sgt. Greg Meyer - Friday, November 06, 2009

Mr. John Knox - Administrator at Print Shop

I would like to commend John and his staff for the awesome work that they do for the district and especially for the advanced academics department. His department goes above and beyond – from verification of copyright issues to special printing instructions.

Submitted by: Essie Williams - Monday, October 26, 2009

Ms. Laura Myers - Teacher at Bowie High School

I believe Ms. Myers should be recognized because she is a wonderful person, as well as an amazing teacher. I have had difficulty my sophomore year because it was my first year being in pre-AP English, but she told me she believed I could do it and I did. I am in AP English 3 this year and doing great because Ms. Myers had faith in me. Through the hardships I went through last year, academically or personally, Ms. Myers told me to keep moving forward and never look back.

Submitted by: Thanh-Lien Nguyen - Saturday, October 24, 2009

Ms. Phylisa Lindsey - Assistiant Principal at Lamar High School

As long as I have known Ms. Lindsey, I have known her to be very sweet and supportive, a perfect role model. I am so proud of her for getting a job at Lamar, but I miss her greatly at Barnett!

Submitted by: Kody Tucker - Thursday, October 22, 2009

Mrs. Barbara Johnson - Clerk at Martin High School

I've recently dealt with Ms. Johnson, and it's always such a pleasure. She is sometimes the first face that a visitor will see when at Martin. She always has such a positive attitude, is courteous and kind! My daughter appreciates her so much because she treats her like a real person. A lot of adults don't treat students with respect just because they are younger. Ms. Johnson treats everyone that walks into Martin with a smile and respect!! She is perfect as our front office clerk at Martin HS!

Submitted by: Silvia Monzon - Monday, October 19, 2009

Mrs. Jody Perkins - Librarian at Knox Elementary

Awesome librarian!! We love and appreciate Mrs. Perkins’ gentle manners. She is absolutely great at supporting us with AR and other items on our campus. Last year and this year she also went out of her way to bring attention to the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Thank you, Mrs. Perkins!!!

Submitted by: Maria Castro - Thursday, October 15, 2009

Mrs. Krystal Kelley - ABLE Teacher at Pearcy Elementary

Krystal has gone above and beyond in her first year as a teacher to learn everything she can that will benefit the children she works with on a daily basis. She has a can-do attitude and goes out of her way to help keep “the main thing the main thing" no matter what!

Submitted by: Jean Turner - Wednesday, October 07, 2009

Mrs. Marinda Riddle - Accountant at Central Office

After our school secretary unexpectedly became ill, Miranda was able to come to us for a few days from the accounting department to help us get things in order. She was able to provide assistance in a most meaningful way, and we are greatly appreciative!

Submitted by: Roger Jones - Wednesday, October 07, 2009

Julio G. - Student at South Davis Elementary

Julio is a fifth-grade student at South Davis Elementary. I have seen Julio sweeping up messes in the cafeteria, just because it needed to be done. He will hold doors for his teachers, because his mother taught him to hold doors for ladies. He is respectful to staff and his peers and is always willing to help out. What a great example of Bulldog pride!

Submitted by: Shelley Medrano - Tuesday, October 06, 2009