YOUR PHOTOS: Celebrating educators for Teacher Appreciation Week!
These are the fabulous teachers (and my kids) I posted about. Mrs. Garrett and Mrs. Vickers are veteran teachers at Plymouth Scholars and they are very loved!Dayna Finley
"The incredible teaching staff at University Hills Elementary School in Rochester Hills."Leaona So
"Señor Francis at Atwood Elementary is such an amazing teacher. I have never seen a teacher loved by so many students. He takes the time to learn about each student and form a bond with them. Every student feels like they have a friend in him. The student teacher relationship seem to last a lifetime. He will always go the extra mile when a student is having a tough time to brighten their day. Atwood is lucky to have such an amazing Spanish teacher!"Bree Nicole
"This is my daughter's favorite teacher Ms. Smith at UPAD elementary. She goes above and beyond for her students even though my daughter is no longer in her class and moved up a grade level . She loves them scholars like her own. We love you Ms. Smith.Happy teacher appreciation week."TaShima Sherman
"This is my daughter, Caroline with her three teacher advisers for her Senior Capstone paper and presentation. From left to right, Mr. Maul, Mr. Peterson, and Mr. Nguyen at Everest Collegiate High School and Academy in Clarkston. She started a year ago and presented it last week on Regenerative Agriculture and Permaculture for a solution to Food Sustainability. Each teacher helped with their area of expertise. The personal attention that Caroline has received from Everest teachers is second to none!"Karen Thornton Beggs
"This is myself and my 7th/8th grade special education teacher ... I have known this lady for many years. She not only was my teacher but now she was my coworker and friend. I had a learning disability and she always made ... sure that I was taken care of and I had the best education possible. She always made sure that, I was set up for success. She helped me with even issues in my own personal life. She took it upon herself to always make sure that if I needed anything was taken care of. When I became a coworker, she made sure that I was going to be set up for success as well. She always showed me every avenue possible so that I could learn in the best possible environment. She would go to bat for me to make sure that I was given every accommodation that I needed for either test or for any other type of learning environment. She simply was the best always put her students first she treated me just like one of her own children."Sarah Ackerman
"For teacher appreciation week I just wanted to recognize my son's first grade teacher, Carol Rinehart at Springfield Christian academy where she has been working for over 25 years!Our son has a neurological condition called Apraxia which effects his speech and reading, writing and spelling, and she has gone above and beyond to work with him, keep him included in the social aspect of school, and to communicate with me DAILY how he’s progressing and what I can help with. She comes out of her own pocket to plan special days, give special treats, and to encourage our kids to have FUN at school! She’s one of the most wonderful and selfless women I’ve ever met and on top of that she loves Jesus with her whole hear and teaches our kids about Jesus every day!I feel so blessed she is teaching my son this year, and will have my daughter in 2 more years if I’m lucky!!"Kate Bernhardt
"Good morning..I am reaching out for Teacher Appreciation week..These 4 Teacher's at Holly High School are what dedication and going above and beyond for their student's is all about..Mrs. Clawson, Ms. Spickard, Mrs. Martin and Ms. Teregan..These Woman work in Special Education and and also in the H & H Manufacturing business for the student's. Mrs. Clawson makes and designs the TShirts, Sweatshirts, etc at the school and Teaches all the student's how to run a business in the school giving them tools, instruction and provides them skills for when they go for jobs in the near future..Ms. Spickard runs the H&H Manufacturing business at the school whereas the business offers coffee sales in the morning, and orders for Birthday decorations and special occasions at the school for students..She is also the Cognitive Impaired Dept Teacher..She is dedicated, loving, fully supporting always goes above and beyond for her student's and parent's..She is always there for families in time of need. Mrs. Martin is the Life Skills Teacher and is amazing in Teaching those everything from daily hygiene, laundry skills, cooking and out in the community skills with budgeting and shopping..Mrs. Martin has always put her student's progress and success first..Ms. Teregan is the Asd Dept Teacher and also handles as Case Manager for IEPs. In her Asd classroom she also has the Lift Student's whom partner up with those with Special Needs to support, assist and build friendships amongst the Neurodivergent and Neurotypical students..They bring inclusivity, supports and kindness every day..Not to mention Ms. Spickard, Mrs. Martin and Ms. Teregan wer the first Special Education Teacher's to Coach last year the first ever Unified Basketball Team..These 4 Teachers deserve appreciation..They have always gone above and beyond for their student's and even on their time off showed up to My Son's Miracle League Baseball game last summer to show support and love..I cannot tell you how lucky we are to have these Teacher's here at Holly High School..They are Amazing, hardworking and dedicated to the progress and success of their student's..They are the true meaning Of what a Teacher is and have proven it daily.."Marisa Springstead
"Brianna Shepherd at South River Elementary in Harrison Township! She was a new addition to our 2nd grade teachers this year and we couldn’t be more happy with her! She brings so much fun and happiness to the class and students yet with an exceptional education too! They get to sit on yoga balls, donut seats and even have a class pet. A bearded dragon named Hermione because her favorite books/movie is Harry Potter! She loves to show and create memories of all the class events by posting photos on Class DoJo for us parents to see, which is just so wonderful. She also keeps us informed of everything going on daily and helps us parents to remember everything happening within class and school wide! She’s compassionate, an amazing educator and deserves to be recognized for all she does! We LOVE Mrs. Shepherd."Breanna Dew
"Mrs. JJ is the Teacher of the Year she goes up and beyond to ensure her parents and students are loved she teaches with her heart she also helps out anyway she can along with doing students hair washing their clothes and sometimes even making sure her kids get home safe n sound she teaches 1st Grade at Mackenzie Elementary and Middle School."LaNelle Jones-Johnson
"We LOVE Ms. Gurisko. And not only do we love her SOOOO many students and parents do too. Ms. Gurisko is what a teacher should be. She is kind, caring, fun, silly and the BIGGEST Red wings fan and Swiftie there is! In first grade (2021/2022 school year) my son had a very difficult start to the school year. We moved and he started at a new school that didn’t work out and we decided to move him to Garfield Elementary in Wyandotte and were SO lucky to be placed in Ms.Guriskos class. She did so much to put his worry’s at ease after he changed schools again and my son loved school again! Word snuck out that Ms. Gurisko was moving to 3rd grade and thankfully we were able to get my son in her class again! I knew it would make not only his day but his entire school year being in her class again and I waited for him to find out when he picked up his school packet before school started. He pulled out the paper with her name on it saying she was his teacher and he was in shock! Then tears! Tears of pure happiness! Later that night he told me “mom you know why I love Ms. Gurisko, it’s because she feels like home”. Wyandotte School District and Garfield Elementary School has such a gem of a teacher and we are so lucky to have had Ms. Gurisko two times!"Stephanie Cody
"Some of the great teachers at Charles Wright Academy in Detroit!"Melissa Lambrecht
"Shoutout to myself during Teacher Appreciation week. I'm a Behavior Specialist at Dearborn Public Schools and work with special needs students at Howe School. I was voted as the #1 educator in North America and have been nominated for a Presidential Award as well. Also awards from the US Senate and governor Whitmer."Shyam Thakker
"This is Vernon Roy. He is a special education teacher at Detroit Enterprise Academy. Vernon is a father of 8 children and 1 dog. He has been teaching at Detroit Enterprise Academy for 10 years but started his teaching career in 2010 in Las Vegas. Vernon is a life long learner with a passion for helping others. Vernon has a PhD in Doctoral Leadership from Grand Canyon University and was a first generation college student.He goes above and beyond for his students everyday. In the hallway, you will always see Mr. Roy with a smile on his face. He makes sure to go out of his way to make sure everyone feels seen and is appreciated.Outside of the classroom, Vernon enjoys spending time with his family and watching football. He is a huge fan of the Detroit Lions and Michigan Wolverines.Although Vernon is able to stay busy, he has had to deal with various health issues. He is a multiple stroke survivor with various heart complications. Vernon was recently diagnosed with muscular dystrophy and has not let that slow him down. Mr. Roy is a super educator who gives his all day in and day out!"Sayanna Roy
"Hawkins Elementary in Brighton, MI they are all amazing educators!"Chris Superdad
"Messaging you with our favorite Teacher, Holly Blose! Our Lady of the Lakes in Waterford! preK!"Mary Keener
"Mrs. Badyrka is one the kindest and hardworking teachers I've ever met. She's goes the extra mile to meet her students needs in the classroom and beyond. Once they're her students, they're always her students. My children have been able to turn to her throughout their elementary education whenever they have an issue. She has dedicated her lunches many times to having lunch with students and helping them talk through disagreements in an understanding environment. She's everyone's favorite teacher and an amazing mother.Nikki BadyrkaTURRILL ELEMENTARY, Lapeer Community Schools"Karissa Wright
"My son's 2nd grade teacher came to my son (Jacob Stanton's) 12th grade Royal Oak High School play. Mr. Leman is an amazing teacher at Oak Ridge Elementary School who continues to support his students years after they are gone.."Kimberly Brydell Stanton
"Shirley Penn! She is a paraeducator for Ypsilanti Community Schools and she just graduated with a Bachelors of General Studies with a concentration in Learning Disabilities. She will be taking over a position as a special education teacher.She has committed herself and so much to the general wellbeing of our students and we are so thankful for her"Julia Christine Harding
We love my daughter's first grade teacher Mrs. Crooker! She is an AMAZING TEACHER and she goes above and beyond for her kiddos. She strives to make sure the kids are learning and she knows their potential and worth and she pushes the kids to achieve their goals! She deserves a big shout out!! - Kimberly VanoverKimberly Vanover
Mrs. Julie Moceri from Schwarzkoff Elementary in Sterling Heights has made such a positive, profound impact on my son. Her unwavering dedication to all of her students is undeniable! We cannot thank her enough for her hard work, dedication, and being such a positive, bright light in my son's life!Heather Twigg
Here is my daughter Hannah at the beginning of the school year when she started her student teaching. - Lisa ReiterLisa Reiter
This is Mrs Shane Schwichtenberg. She was the LSEM (special education) teacher at St. John Lutheran School in Rochester. (Her husband is still pastor at that church). She took my child who at least threw grades behind in reading and math skills and lovingly poured into this anxious kid. Fast forward to senior year: she's graduating as a national Honor society student with a 9k scholarship to Oakland University. This picture is from the NHS induction ceremony. She was out special guest. Mrs S and I cried in the bleachers as she was inducted. 5 long, hard years with free extra tutoring during the pandemic. Compassionate cultivating a loving of learning. This teacher worked miracles. My child is now confident and motivated, a voracious reader, and ready to change the world pursuing a degree in social work!Melanie Martini Schaaf
Michelle Drumb was an AMAZING educator... the kind that students aspire to be like and never forget. Unfortunately, Mrs. Drumb's life was taken from us in a tragic car accident on March 6th. We wil always remember her talented voice and kind heart!Becky Dunn
These are the fabulous teachers (and my kids) I posted about. Mrs. Garrett and Mrs. Vickers are veteran teachers at Plymouth Scholars and they are very loved!Dayna Finley
Stevenson Elementary School. Second grade teacher teamTonya Hickman
"This is Tana Spelman 2/3 grade teacher at Bishop Elementary. She's so kind and wonderful to her class including my son. She makes them all feel they can do anything they put their minds to. She also great with us parents keeping us involved with everything she does in her class. She amazing!!! And did I mention she's a mom of 4. Triplets and a 2 year old. Please consider giving her a shout out."Katrina M. Durr
"This is Janet- huff… we all love her so much and want to say thank you for her love kindness,and support for that she has for us. We love you Mrs. Huff !"Amelia Ritter
Happy teacher appreciation week!!!My favorite educator is my daughter Mrs. Jaimie Kollias Bryan. She is a 5th grade teacher at Huntington Elementary School in Riverview, the school Mrs. Bryan is teaching at happens to be the same school she attended from kindergarten to fifth grade. Mrs. Bryan is also a retired NBA dancer, she danced for the Pistons for five years,working for the Pistons Organization is what helped her pursue a career in teaching. Jaimie participated in numerous events with the Detroit Pistons players at many schools and camps throughout the years. I am truly proud of what a wonderful teacher she is.Cleopatra Despotis Kollias