Mrs. Terrie Bjorklund - Principal's Secretary at Arlington High School

Terrie is an amazing lady. She is not only a terrific secretary who always keeps the front office running smoothly, but always kind, polite and caring. As the new budget program goes into effect she has encountered numerous obstacles as she inputs the information, and yet she is always positive, upbeat and has a beautiful smile. She keeps the rest of AHS upbeat and positive. Thanks for all your hard work.

Submitted by: Brenda Gilmore - Friday, October 02, 2009

Mrs. Jeanne Zenk - Guidance Tech at Moore Elementary

Jeanne Zenk is our Safety Patrol sponsor, selecting and training sixth-grade volunteers to safely supervise our students at arrival and dismissal time. Mrs. Zenk is out there with them every morning and every afternoon in the sun, rain, heat and cold. She is always willing to help out students and staff members. Her kindness, generosity and creativity make her a remarkable star!

Submitted by: Vivian Johnson - Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Ms. Josephina Perez - Head Custodian at Morton Elementary

Our school looks so beautiful and clean because of Josephina and her staff.

Submitted by: Jana Martin - Monday, September 28, 2009

Mr. Rufus Jenkins - Security Officer at Boles Junior High

Mr. Jenkins is always ready and willing to come visit with one of our students who may need just a little redirection. He is always professional and positive in working with our students who are having a rough day. Recently, he ordered a pizza and paid for it out of his own pocket for a student just because he had formed a positive relationship with this young man. Mr. Jenkins is making a huge difference in this boy's life just by caring. Officer Jenkins goes above and beyond being "remarkable.”

Submitted by: Vivian Johnson - Friday, September 25, 2009

Mrs. Kim Peters - Special Education Team Leader at Miller Elementary

Kim is the team leader for one of the largest special education programs at the elementary level. With more than 20 members to account for, she manages schedules, student needs, dissemination of information and still has time to meet the needs of all her students. Without her, our students and staff would be lost. Thanks Kim!!

Submitted by: Matthew Brown - Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Mrs. Melissa Scherer - Diagnostician at Miller Elementary

I have had the pleasure of learning from Melissa Scherer over the past three years. She is one of the most knowledgeable diagnosticians in the district. She is an extremely valuable component to our school's success, and we are so lucky to have her.

Submitted by: Matthew Brown - Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Mrs. Jina Hopp - Assistant Principal at Corey Elementary

Mrs. Hopp has recently made the move from high school to elementary. What an honor it is to work with such a dedicated educator. Her passion for children is truly outstanding! She has brought a true sense of leadership as well as compassion to our students at Corey. She truly has the gift of helping children to learn and grow each and every day at school. We at Corey look forward to the many wonderful days ahead with Mrs. Hopp as our assistant principal.

Submitted by: Steve Howell - Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Mrs. Christine D. Bradley - Registrar at Corey Elementary

Mrs. Bradley is someone who is dedicated in all aspects of her position at school. She is caring and a person who dedicates many hours well beyond the regular day to meeting the needs of both students and staff. It is truly a joy to work with such a dedicated individual. How fortunate we are at Corey to have her as a co-worker and most of all as a friend.

Submitted by: Steve Howell - Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Mr. Jason Smith - History Dept. Leader/Teacher at Hutcheson Junior High

I would like to thank Mr. Smith for contributing to the Special Education Writing Boot Camp this past summer. He did such a great job with helping the students develop writing skills needed in junior high. Thank you.

Submitted by: Brandon Turner - Thursday, September 17, 2009

Kelly V. - Student at Shackelford Junior High

Kelly is one of my eighth-grade AVID students who was frustated with her PAP English class reading "Tom Sawyer." I gave her the opportunity to drop PAP and move into the Academic English class. She chose to stay saying she doesn't want to "quit" on herself. She is now attending tutoring and getting help from her PAP English teacher and AVID classmates so that she can succeed in her class. Way to go, Kelly!

Submitted by: Karla Hill - Wednesday, September 16, 2009