Addie D. is respectful to not only her peers but she is always respectful to teachers. She is very kind and shows respect every day!

KINLEY L. is always so kind to me and she always is so respectful during class. KINLEY is so respectful when we go in the gym in the morning she is so respectful when a teacher talked to her or they need her and she always listens.

When I have something to say, Leightin S. is always being respectful and listens to me. She is always being kind to others and I am so glad to have her as a friend.

Tyson J. comes in ready to work. He always makes eye contact, and shows me he is listening and being respectful. He is really doing a great job in my second hour class!

Paisley W. is so respectful. She listens and follows directions without interrupting. She is kind and respectful to all kids in class.

Addie D. shows respect in the hallways and to other students and teachers. Addie is a wonderful person. She is super kind and respectful.

Luke S. is always respectful when he is in the classroom. He shows this by raising his hand before he speaks, waiting patiently for his turn, and asking before he leaves his seat or grabs supplies from the shelf. He is a wonderful role model to those around him.

I would like to commend James K. for the remarkable improvement he has shown in his behavior since the beginning of the year. He has demonstrated significant growth in his ability to raise his hand before speaking, rather than blurting out, which has contributed to a more respectful and focused classroom environment.

Chloe D. shows respect in several ways throughout the day. In the hallways she is always respectful to others by not running, saying excuse me and standing against the lockers waiting for the teacher. Chloe shows respect in the classroom by raising her hand before she speaks, participating in group activities, and making sure she does her job to the best of her ability.

Leightin S. is a super responsible person. She shows responsibility by be to class on time and taking care of all of her thing. Leightin is a super kind and sweet person. I am so glad she moved here and I am glad she is my friend.

Mr. Perona is always trying to get there students to finish his work. Also he is very kind and understands things happen and if the have a valid excuse he helps them. Also he makes them finish or the get put on ICU.

Kelsie C. is always willing to work with a team during math lab. She is helpful and kind to others. She is always willing to step back and let others lead. I appreciate her willingness to work with others and have good teamwork during group activities.

Alayh J. is a really nice friend. She is always willing to help others with their work. She alway shows teamwork by working with other students. She just a great student in general.

I’m nominating Destiny P. because she always helps me with work when I don’t know what to do or if I was not listening. She also helps me with my confidence and brings me up when I’m having a bad day. She always puts other people before herself, especially if she thinks something is wrong.

Mrs. McWhorter is an important part of the Special Education team. She's established great relationships with both students and teachers. She is always willing to help students and staff however needed.

Pash M. is an amazing friend. She is hard working and so sweet to everyone. Any time you get paired with her she always has such a bright smile and does her hardest. She is such a hard worker. When it comes to team work, she works amazing with people she is so nice.

Mrs. D is always available to help kids and teachers no matter how busy she is. She is an important part of the Special Education team. She's established great relationships with students and teachers.

I am sending a shout out to Harper K. for always demonstrating teamwork! Whether it’s on the court or at school, she’s always a great teammate. Harper has a positive and is always is willing to help others. She also will make you smile when you don’t need.

Mrs. Terry is always ready to help students and teachers with whatever they need. She is a big help to the Special Education team. She goes above and beyond to help IEP students get their work turned in.

Paisley C. is always amazing at teamwork. She gets along with others and helps them. She is honestly a nice and amazing person and is so kind.

Mrs. Blanc is always ready to help the Special Education team. She will fill in wherever she is needed for IEPs or other needs. She is always available to help students and teachers with whatever they need.

Adeline B. shows teamwork by working hard when we are in groups in class. Adeline is a great teammate in basketball also. She is a great worker and she is kind, shows effort, and she is caring.

Jed W. is always willing to work with others. This week I was helping a student in Math class; the student was not quite understanding things how I was explaining it. Jed asked if he could help explain it and of course I said yes. He explained the math problem and the other student got it!! It was a great example of teamwork!! Way to be a team player Jed!

I nominate Anna H. and Piper S. because they always help each other. They don’t just help when they get a reward for it. In Mrs Blunts class if I need help they will work together to find a way that I can understand. They never fight with anyone they instead use their teamwork and help people. That is why i nominate them for teamwork.

I’m nominating A. because she’s always helping others. She is always working with others to get something done, and she’s always cooperating with others. No matter the people, she’s smiling and being positive in class when there’s a team project. She always makes me sure that we will get our class work done.

Aaliyah W. shows teamwork when someone needs help she helps them right away. Aaliyah also helps when someone feels down or feels sad she helps them get better. Aaliyah also helps me when I feel sad or anxious.

Hunter M. always helps me in class and puts a smile on my face she’s always there to cheer me up and is a great person and tries her best to help others even if she don’t know them well

I’m recognizing Lillie M. because when I came to this school she helped me when I needed it and it’s not just me it’s everyone that asks her for help and she tries to help everyone. Lillie is my best friend and she will do anything to help me and others out and whenever someone is sad she helps them out and see if they're ok. She always tries to help me and other people with their studies.

Leightin S. always kind to every one she sees and she always helps people that need help. She always has a good attitude and she is so funny. And she always puts people first and not herself . Leightin is a great friend and a great person!

Noah M. is the game boss in our class and has done a wonderful job of creating a game for our class that helps us with team building. He self directs and is prepared for each week without having to be reminded. Noah also reminds me when it slips my mind. I know his classmates are very grateful and so am I for all the hard work he puts into this!

Hattie G. is a self directed person in many ways. Hattie and I have 8th hour together, and she is always stacking chairs without being asked to. Another way she shows self direct is when she is always stepping up to lead good news, she does a good job of paying attention and asking follow up questions.

Leightin S. is a new student at the stj district. Even tho she is a new student she knows how to treat everybody with empathy and respect. She is also there for anyone when they need her. We need more people like Leightin.

Leightin S. shows self direct because when everyone else in the class is talking and messing around she stays focused on her work. She is self direct when everyone else is slacking on whatever is picking up the stuff behind and will not stop helping others. When everyone has no hope in anything she will be there cheering on others.

Ivy Z. is super patient and helpful during class. If someone at our table doesn’t want to put away the supplies she is quick to pick it up and put it away. I’m so so so glad to have her in my classes and as a friend.

Auggie U. helps me and others a lot. I think he is a good friend and a good student. Also he should be recognized for his kindness.

Paige N. will ALWAYS put a smile on your face! If you are feeling down in the dumps she will make laugh! Paige is such a great person and will put na smile on your face even if you don’t need it!

Alyah J. has been so sweet to me. She sits by me in 7th and 8th hour. She is so kind, she writes me affirmations that are so nice. She is helpful and really funny.

Hattie G. has welcomed me to this district and has helped me learn so many new things. She is very funny and so nice all the time. She doesn’t just help me out she helps and lifts other people up so I thank Hattie for being such a great friend.

The character of our students shines when they do not think other people are watching, and that is why I am recognizing Megan K. Megan is a student who has the ability to read the room and step in and help when it is appropriate. The other day when other adults were not around, I saw her pick up peoples trash when she is greeting in the morning. This shows me a lot about Megan’s heart!

Natalie R. helps in class and is really supportive. If someone is having a hard time she asks what is wrong and what she can help with. She always helps new kids when we get one and always offers to be their friend ​and she is always a good friend​.

Mason W. is always on task in art and does all of his work without being told.

Harper K. shows self-direct and she shows that by helping me out whether it is helping me out on a worksheet or finding a person. Harper is a great friend and she makes me laugh. Harper is super kind and caring and self direct.

Paisley C. always makes me smile. She helps me with school and teaches me how to be a better person. Paisley always helps me on a hard day and she is so funny.

Willow K. is always kind and always there for everyone. She is the greatest friend I have ever had. She never fails to make me smile.

Shayden M. is a library aide and she does an amazing job. She comes in and immediately starts re-shelving books or completing other tasks without ever being asked. I appreciate that she takes the initiative to get the job done!

Anita is such a blessing. She always makes sure coffee is ready. She is always cleaning and tidying the areas we use as teachers and staff, and I am thankful for her!

Tailor K. steps in every day and cleans the class before he heads to his next class. He clears tables, picks up the floor, and is so helpful. He does it every day without being asked.

Landri A. does such a good job of listening and working hard. She is always on top of her assignments and never has to be asked. She is also great at stepping in and helping without being asked.

Addie D. is a great friend to me. Not only is she nice to me but she shows a lot of Empathy to everyone else. Addie cares about everyone else and she is a great friend also.

Pax L. is always doing his own thing with the guidelines of the teachers. He is always making decisions that no one has thought of. He always goes out of his way to help others.

I want to recognize Willow K. because she always kind. Willow is the most understanding person I know. She is always on task.

I’m recognizing Leah J. because lets me sit with her. She helps me if I get stuck on a problem. She asks me if I’m okay when I’m feeling down.

Auggie U. helps others a lot and is a very bright student. He is never negative.

The other day my friend was upset because she had just got some bad news. Cason S. realized this and knew he had to do something to help. He walked out of the gym and bought a Bubbler. Then he brought it to me and said can you give this to her for me please. This was an incredible act of kindness and it meant a lot to me the girl he got it for and the rest of my friends.

Lydia K. is the sweetest and kindest person I know. She willing to help out in class even if you don’t ask her to. She would never hurt a fly she always been kind and honest. If she ever realized something was wrong she would comfort you and do anything she could.

The other day, a student had dropped all of their belongings and their papers skattered everywhere. Several other students moved out of the way and continued on to class, however, Kenzie H. took the time to help that student pick up her papers even if that meant she had to hurry on to her next class. Kenzie showed that she understands the importance of helping others. I am proud of her!

Kim H. showed me a great amount of empathy as she listened to me process through the loss of my sister this last month. While Kim and I were talking she made me feel like my emotions were valid and gave me great advise to navigate my emotions going forward. Having her on my side through that really was a blessing and I am grateful.

Zadia B. is always kind to others. She never puts people down. She always helps others even if she’s not feeling the best that day.

Nevaeh F. helps me with stuff. She is very kind and she is very quiet. She is my go-to friend .

I wanna recognize Tristian M. He’s an amazing person, He is so helpful, very caring, and thoughtful. He always knows how to make me laugh. He always knows how to put a bright smile on my face. H is caring and is sweet very funny. He’s an amazing person and friend to other and me.

Bailey E. is so funny during the classes we have together. She has a very good personality and knows how to make me laugh. She’s very smart and helpful, and a very great friend in genera.l Any of her friends (including me) are very lucky to be friends with her.

I wanted to recognize Parker P. She so funny and she’s always there when I need her. I can trust her. She is so sweet and caring. She is helpful and is always there to put a smile on my face. Anytime I need help with school work she’s always there to help me. She’s just an amazing person and friend!

Cash M. has been lifting me up when I was having a bad day and just makes my day 100 times better!

Leightin S. is a new student in the district, however you wouldn’t even be able to tell! Leightin has been so kind to everyone, and has put so much effort into being a really good student. She has been showing empathy everyday, and has been a really good problem solver!

When somebody is down Brody P. is always there to help cheer someone up. When I am sitting alone at a table, Brody is always there for me and sits by me and helps cheer me up. Over the years Brody has always been there for his friends and helped them through there ups and downs. And that is why I am nominating Brody P. for empathy.

Alyah J. was so kind on the first day of school . When I’m alone she always asks me to join her in any game she is playing. She is the most kind person I know.

Chloe D - I’ve seen her always being kind to others. She is always being helpful, and always kind to me.

Darby F. is caring and I don't think I could survive without her. She is my favorite person in the entire world. She is all ways there for me. I can’t even explain how much she means to me.

Logan's job this month in my classroom is noise monitor. He has done a great job making sure students know to quiet down because the noise level is too high. He is not rude or boastful and never yells at the class. He is also very empathetic at his table with peers who don't always get along with each other. I have watched him navigate conversations in a helpful direction instead of a

Kaydence has shown empathy by working together with her table and making sure all voices have been heard. She sits next to a very shy student, and who doesn't want to participate a lot. She always makes sure he has a chance to participate in group work. She gives him positive feedback and is always very kind. I appreciate her kindness and support for all students in my class.

Maddie shows empathy in my classroom by making sure she listens to others during good news. She also is a wonderful leader during group activities and listens to all members of her group. I appreciate the way Maddie puts others first and wants to make sure other students feel comfortable and welcomed in the classroom. She is a very kind and bright young lady and I am so glad she is in my class.

Ally is understanding because she has helps girls when they were going through hard times. Also, there were some girl crying and she hugged them to encouraged them to have a great day. She is really sweet girl she is so nice.

Will D. always helps me out when I don’t get a subject. He shows empathy by responding to others feelings appropriately. He also always will thinks about others and he puts his feet in other peoples shoes.

Allie contributes to acceptance in my classroom. She checks with students to see how they are doing and makes sure that no one is left alone unless that is what they need in the moment. She is very caring and understanding.

Miss Martens is a wonderful Teacher who not only builds her students up, but other teachers as well. STJ Middle School is so lucky to have her!

Mrs. Allie is such a welcoming face at the middle school. She greets everyone with a smile and makes everyone feel seen. She has a heart of gold and cares deeply for every student who walks through the doors. St. James Middle School is a better place with her here!

A HUGE shout out to our cafeteria staff! They have been working diligently making sure our facilities and orders are prepped and ready for the first day of school. They know how to kick the school year off right with serving CRISPIOTS on the first day back. Thanks ladies!

A BIG SHOUT OUT to all of the Middle School teachers and the hard work they have been putting in to making the start of this school year successful! I am thankful and proud to work with such a strong group of passionate educators.

Go SJMS!