Lathrop Elementary School

Bloom Elementary School

Mrs. White

"She has a lot of patience with my daughter."

— Submitted by Adrianna Yancy

Brookview Elementary School

Amy Durso

"Mrs. Durso is hands down a gift to education. As my daughter’s 1st grade teacher and a continued support in 2nd grade, she has always gone above and beyond to make my daughter feel safe, welcomed, and empowered. Despite my daughter’s behaviors at times, she always made my daughter feel like she belonged and was an important member of the classroom. We never felt as if my daughter was an inconvenience. She truly wanted the best for her."

— Submitted by Ashley Potter

Carlson Elementary School

Mrs. Fry

"For letting the kids do fun activities. She was so patient in her teaching and kind."

— Submitted by Wyatt Simonsen

Brenda Washington

"We want to thank Mrs. Washington for being a wonderful teacher."

— Submitted by Faith Bielski

Cherry Valley Elementary School

Anyssa Duncan

"Thank her for being kind and full of enthusiasm! She is a great teacher!"

— Submitted by Victoria Brunner

Kellie Kim

"She is an amazing person and an outstanding teacher. She makes sure every kid that walks into her path is heard and their voices are spoken. She would do anything for anyone. She is truly the best person in this world. We love her."

— Submitted by Sara Pirrello

Ellis Elementary School

Tiffany Wilks (pictured above)

"This teacher has helped my son accomplish so much within a year. She has brought back his love for school. She has built back the confidence he had lost the year before. She is absolutely amazing."

— Submitted by Natashia Aelph

"Ms. Wilks is a phenomenal teacher whose structure, competence, and caring result in real academic progress and increased self-confidence for her students. She exemplifies what teaching as a profession should look like."

— Submitted by Yashekia Goldsmith

Froberg Elementary School

Doug Crawford

"I would like to take a moment to recognize Mr. Crawford for his many years of dedicated service and the lasting impact he has had on so many students.

Throughout the years, Mr. Crawford has not only educated, but inspired and supported countless children, helping shape their confidence and future. His commitment, patience, and passion for teaching truly make a difference every single day.

I have personally seen the positive impact he’s had, including on my own student. The encouragement, care, and guidance he provides go far beyond the classroom and leave a lasting impression that students carry with them for years to come. Thank you!"

— Submitted by Corrina Comeaux

Katie Knox

"She has made a lasting impact on both of my children, having been their teacher over the past two years and even before that as their student teacher.

From the very beginning, it was clear she has a natural gift for working with children. Even though she has only been teaching for two years, her kindness, patience, and dedication are truly exceptional. She takes the time to understand each student and creates a classroom where kids feel safe, supported, and valued.

Ms. Knox also brings so much joy into learning. She makes school fun, and my children come home excited to share their day. That kind of enthusiasm speaks volumes about the environment she creates.

Having experienced her teaching with both of my children, I’ve seen firsthand how consistent and caring she is with every student. She is already making a meaningful difference in so many young lives.

I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this recognition."

— Submitted by Corrina Comeaux

Shannon Teleso

"Ms. Teleso has been a consistently amazing teacher for both of my children. Currently she is working hard to keep our curious and advanced 1st grader fully engaged and growing. She cares about not just education and academic growth, but about social growth and acceptance too. She is such a kind and caring teacher, and our family is so grateful to have had both children pass through her class."

— Submitted by Nicole Wood

Gregory Elementary School

Amanda Nguyen

"She’s amazing, patient, and one of a kind! You can tell she actually knows her students."

— Submitted by Emily Miller

Kelli Rundle

"When I was in fifth grade, she was just so kind to me. She always believed in what I could do, and because of her I have all honor roll. I really appreciate her. She's always been such a sweet person, and getting to know her was a great part of my 5th grade year."

— Submitted by Vivid Price

Hillman Elementary School

Jaimie Doubek

"She's dedicated to her students! She's amazing and has great enthusiasm! She shows great compassion for being a teacher!"

— Submitted by Victoria Brunner

Lewis Lemon Elementary School

Abeni Copeland

"Miss Beni is a very kind lady who loves her students, shows them care and concern, and wants the best for them. She is also very respectful and gets along very well with staff and coworkers."

— Submitted by Barbara I. King

Rolling Green Elementary School

Rihan Abduhamdam

"She is so nice to me and kind to me, and sometimes she lets us play and is the best teacher."

— Submitted by Ghaith Mohamed

"Because she lets us have free time every day and she is fun all the time and she lets us go outside."

— Submitted by Laith Abbas

Zara Alba

"The teacher I want to thank is Mrs. Zahraa. She has put on a smile every day. She is sweet and nice, and I understand what she teaches me. I am never going to forget what she teaches me."

— Submitted by Laila Almaklani

"Mrs. Alba, thank you for helping me understand things better. I appreciate how patient and kind you are. You made learning enjoyable for me."

— Submitted by Nadwah Al Bahlooli

"I want to thank you for being the best 5th grade teacher ever. You are always funny and helpful and wonderful. WE LOVE YOU."

— Submitted by Mayaar Yafai

"Because she teaches me well and she is nice to the kids that respect her."

— Submitted by Laith Abbas

Lisa Black

"She has been my son's vision teacher for 4 years. Mrs. Lisa is an amazing homebound vision teacher. She is very passionate and caring about her job. There is nothing she will not do for my son or her other students. Mrs. Lisa will go above and beyond to make sure that my son has everything he needs and more to make sure he can properly see the schoolwork clearly. She even makes sure the worksheets my son is working on have green puffy paint around where he has to answer the questions to accommodate his needs. That is just a few of the things she has done. I could go on for days on what she would do to help my son succeed in school.

Mrs. Lisa has even learned how to use my son's Tobii so she can help ensure everything is set up in the colors he needs, and she has learned many more things to support him. Mrs. Lisa sees the potential my son has and pushes him in the best way possible to reach his goals. She works so well with him and doesn’t shy away because of his disabilities. She gives him a way to communicate using his eyes. She also checks in to make sure others are on the same page to ensure his goals are met. The way my son lights up when she comes through the door says it all!"

Rachel Harder

"I want to thank this teacher because I get to work alongside her as one of her paras, and I’ve seen firsthand how much effort she puts into her class. She teaches one of the hardest subjects, yet she stays patient, supportive, and dedicated to helping every student succeed. Being in her classroom has shown me how much she truly cares about her students, and I really appreciate her hard work and positive impact."

— Submitted by Briella Pierce

Sara Tanagli-Jones

"She’s hands down the best teacher he has ever had. He is in the plus program and he’s been with her since 3rd grade. He even asks for her at home. She is a great advocate for him and always checks on him, especially if he’s absent since he is a medically complex child. I wish she could teach him until he graduates."

— Submitted by Nicole Fabert

Spring Creek Elementary School

Rachael Hill

"She is a caring, respectful, and kind teacher who taught me well. She was encouraging and made learning fun."

— Submitted by Willow Imbach

Lindsay Johnson

"We couldn't have asked for a better introduction to school than Mrs. Johnson. Her patient approach and kind-hearted nature create such a nurturing environment for her kindergarten students. My son loves telling us about his day and the fun projects they do. We truly appreciate her dedication!"

— Submitted by Jenna Frisella

Jessica Owens

"She helps me with math and bought me a toy."

— Submitted by Harrison Imbach

Paula Rabon

"Mrs. Rabon is the BEST! We just love her! Mrs. Rabon truly engages her students and provides a wonderful introduction to grade school. Through play-based learning and dynamic lessons, she keeps students engaged and excited about school. She supports children not only academically, but also helps them develop important routines, social skills, and confidence they will carry through their education. Just as importantly, Mrs. Rabon has a special way of reassuring parents that their children are in great hands and doing just fine. We are so grateful for the care, dedication, and enthusiasm she brings to her classroom every day!"

— Submitted by Kathleen Dingle

Washington Elementary School

Claudia Ceballos

"I want to thank Mrs. Ceballos for supporting and loving my child in every way, not just academically but in his self-growth. My child shows empathy, love, and care to his classmates due to the great support she has taught them. My son Santi loves going to school every day."

— Submitted by Karen Valdez

Jesús Medrano

"Por su excelente método de trabajo con mi hija, por ser paciente con ella y enseñar con dedicación. Gracias profesor, siga adelante. Dios lo bendiga."

— Submitted by Dionys Garcia

Fanny Valdez

"Por su paciencia y esmero de brindarle a mi hija conocimientos fundamentales para su desarrollo escolar."

— Submitted by Ana Marval

"Quiero agradecer por ser tan buena maestra. Estoy muy satisfecha del aprendizaje que ha desarrollado mi niño. Es muy dedicada a enseñarles correctamente. Gracias por todo lo que haces por mi niño, maestra."

— Submitted by Marbys Leon

"Porque es muy buena maestra, tiene mucha paciencia con los niños, y en especial mi hijo Leonardo la aprecia mucho. Gracias maestra por su ayuda y gran trabajo con mi hijo."

— Submitted by Maria Flores

"Es una excelente maestra. Mis 3 hijos aprendieron mucho y tienen un gran corazón para enseñar."

— Submitted by Maria Casildo

Welsh Elementary School

Anthony Jones

"Mr. Jones shows such dedication toward each of his students and strives for each one to be successful. He starts his morning by greeting each of his students with a fist bump! Our son loves being in his class and says he is very helpful! Thank you for being such an awesome teacher!"

— Submitted by Elizabeth Henderson

Christopher Reuter

"Thank you, Mr. Reuter, for being an outstanding teacher! Our daughter loves being in your class! You make it fun, interesting, and educational. Thank you for supporting and cheering for the kids during their extracurricular activities! We are lucky to have you as our daughter’s 4th grade teacher!"

— Submitted by Carrie Marinelli

All Staff

"This has been a year to remember! Our son has grown so much, meeting milestone after milestone and goal after goal! The support and love that has been shown has truly made a positive impact on him. We couldn’t be more proud! Welsh is not just a school, it’s a family! We will forever be a Bulldog! I want to thank each one of you from the bottom of our hearts, the Henderson Family!"

— Submitted by Elizabeth Henderson

West View Elementary School

Allie Graham

"I want to thank Mrs. Allie Graham for always putting her students first. They mean the world to her. She is a truly wonderful teacher!"

— Submitted by Julia Ohlson

"She is great with the kids. They love her very much."

— Submitted by Sally Marocco

Alyssa Stout

"Ms. Stout has been such a blessing to my grandson. He truly loves going to school because of her, and he is always eager to tell me about the creative and engaging activities they do in class. Thank you for making learning so much fun!"

— Submitted by Ashley Smith

Whitehead Elementary School

Stacy Anderson

"She is such a sweet and dedicated teacher. She has learned a new language and gained an understanding of the customs of Latino communities in order to better support the children. She devotes her time outside of school hours to helping students with subjects where they may be struggling, or to further enhancing their skills in a particular subject area. She implements strategies to support both academic learning and the children’s social-emotional development. I am so grateful for the way she supports my daughter, and I deeply admire her work and dedication."

— Submitted by Patricia Bolanos

Katelyn Gilg

"She always believed I could do hard work and never discouraged me."

— Submitted by Hayden King-Thingvold