Principal’s Paw Print
November 6, 2020
Yorktown Elementary School
Home of the Wildcats
As we close out the first quarter and prepare for another quarter of distance
learning, it is difficult not to feel discouraged by the realization that we are still
months away from being able to see our students and families in person. However,
I received the most wonderful surprise this morning that truly lifted my spirits. I
cannot express how full my heart is after viewing all of the Principal Appreciation
Month videos created by Yorktown Wildcats, families, and staff!
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Seeing your
faces and hearing the special messages filled my heart with absolute joy and
gratitude for the privilege of serving as Principal of our amazing school!
September Distance Learning Rock Stars
⭐“Noah Cortez is a distance learning rockstar because he is always on time and ready with supplies for both whole group and small group instruction! Noah is always ready to participate
and share his ideas! He follows directions and is kind to his classmates! Keep up the extraordinary work, Noah!” ~ Mrs. Connolly (Kindergarten)
⭐“Aalin Martin has earned the title Rock Star! He’s grown into a student that is engaged on a daily basis and completes assignments in a timely manner, while allowing his wonderful
personality to shine. Thanks for being a good role model to your peers Aalin!”
~ Mrs. Thomas (Kindergarten)
⭐“Ariana Davis is always present, follows our online classroom rules, is eager to participate with thoughtful answers and encourages her classmates!” ~ Ms. Trudick (Kindergarten) ⭐“Avery Martin is always ready to share what she knows. She turns in all her assignments,
follows all Zoom rules, and is engaged. Way to go Avery!” ~ Mrs. McDermott (1st Grade) ⭐“Sean Chacha is always ready, always on time, always participates, always respectful!”
~ Mrs. Beller (1st Grade)
⭐“Faith Stewart is a distance learning rockstar who brings energy and enthusiasm to our class every day! She is never afraid to ask questions, share her thoughts, and always compliments
her peers. Keep up the superstar work, Faith!”
~ Ms. Bonnington (1st Grade)
⭐“Xavier Sharps has been putting in extra time and effort to do his best work! He is engaged, loves participating, answering questions, and asks questions if he does not understand
something. Keep rocking it, Xavier!” ~ Ms. Elston (2nd Grade)
⭐“Leah DeTessieres is a virtual learning rockstar because she arrives to class on time, actively participates and helps her classmates. She completes her work on time and stays engaged
during each lesson.” ~ Mrs. Williams (2nd Grade)
⭐“Lucas Hernandez-Mendoza is awesome with turning in all of his work on time. He is a very focused and determined student who completes assignments with precision. He asks questions
⭐“Nataly Saavedra Herrera comes to class ready to learn. She is attentive and contributes to
class discussions. Nataly uses every opportunity to review her completed work and makes corrections. Nataly is a star student!” ~ Mrs. Findlater (3rd Grade)
⭐“Nyla Patterson is always on time, engaged, completes assignments and asks questions when she doesn’t understand something.” ~ Mrs. Berned (3rd Grade)
⭐“Nate Kelm always puts forth his best effort and is willing to put in the extra time to make sure that his work is completed accurately. He frequently asks questions when he is unsure of a task
and is willing to stay after class to get the answer, if necessary. Nate also helps out with tech issues - both mine and those of his classmates. Thanks, Nate!” ~ Mrs. Pierson (3rd Grade) ⭐“Gus Comeyne always comes to class ready and prepared for the day’s challenges. He has done well with many of the challenges that come during each class. He has done a phenomenal
job turning in assignments and thoroughly working through his assignments daily. Keep up the great work, Gus!” ~ Mr. Cuellar (4th Grade)
⭐“Jason Owusu comes to class eager to learn and share what he knows, and he brings a positive and helpful attitude each day. He helps with any tech issues with patience, and has an encouraging word for his classmates and teachers if they need it. If technology gets in his way, he finds a way around or through it. We are so impressed with his perseverance and willingness
to help. Keep up the brilliance, Jason!” ~Ms. Deafenbaugh (4th Grade)
⭐“Sky Ivery-Williams comes to class on time and ready to learn every single day. She is always engaged and asks clarifying questions which help her classmates as well. Sky does a
great job completing her work and using her time during class wisely. Way to go, Sky!” ~ Mrs. Eberwein (4th Grade)
⭐“Ethan Michel is usually the first person to log into class - whether it’s whole group, small group Wednesday, or TAG Wednesday! He is focused, and engaged at all times, sharing background knowledge about the subject at hand, as well as giving opinions, answers and asking questions to clarify for himself and his classmates. He is prompt when returning his completed assignments, and is quick to make corrections and resubmit if he needs to. Bravo,
Ethan! ” ~ Mrs. Porambo (5th Grade)
⭐“Soraya Henry is one of the first people to answer any question posed. She has become a discussion leader in our class. She comes to class everyday excited and ready to learn. I find
myself being energized by her enthusiasm!” ~ Mrs. Bermpohl (5th Grade)
⭐“Brandon Owusu has consistently come to class each day with a positive attitude, ready to fully participate and is always willing to engage and provide purposeful feedback in whole and small group discussions. He is a risk-taker and problem-solver who always uses feedback to
