In honor of Teacher Appreciation week, May 6-10, we asked students, parents, and staff to share quotes about their appreciation for our amazing teachers. Here are some of the shout outs we have received! Want to share a quote? Use this form to submit a shout out to a teacher or other certified staff member who made a difference!
| Submitter | Shout out is for | Shout Out |
| Katherine Baxter | Alden Clark | Alden has been with us through some tough times such as the pandemic. All these years I appreciate all the support he gives to teachers and guidance he gives to students. He cares about the students and does what it takes to help them be successful. Thank you for all you do, Alden. |
| Katherine Baxter | Alice Yang | Alice is a wonderful artist that loves to share her passion with the students. Students think she is the best. I hear it all the time. Alice always has kind things to say about everyone and it often rubs off on the students. They are kinder because of her. I appreciate all you do, Alice. |
| Katherine Baxter | Amy Seufert | Amy is the kindest and most patient person I know. She is hard working. She also cares deeply about the staff, students and families she works with. She also has a wealth of knowledge. I personally want to thank her for all she has taught me and her willingness to answer ALL my questions while still making me feel valued. Thank you, AMY. |
| Katherine Baxter | Hillary Chapman | Hillary is amazing. She has a wealth of knowledge and resources for the teachers and students here. If she does not know something, she will find out. She never says no. I really appreciate her hard work and dedication to student learning. |
| Katherine Baxter | Jason Barnes | Jason is a teacher that will go above and beyond for students to build their confidence, be a thinker and a lifelong learner. He has even spent part of his summers taking students to Washington DC and New York. He is always sharing his love for learning. One thing that I admire about him is that he is a good listener. Thank you, Jason for all you do. |
| Sandra Goza | Jason Barnes | Jason make history so interesting and enjoyable for the students. They do daily geography, which takes them all over the world on a hunt for the clues about different events that happen. He is one of the favorite teachers up here because he has a great connection with the students. |
| Katherine Baxter | Kara Gamboa | Kara, thank you for all you do for our students. You are hardworking and very knowledgeable in your area. I appreciate all the help over the many years I have worked with you. You have taught me a lot and I also appreciate your patience. I appreciate you! |
| Katherine Baxter | Kate London | I just want to give a shout out to Kate, our nurse. She is just all around awesome. Dealing with sick kiddos and adults, health plans and trainings at both CH-S and CCMS is a skill. I appreciate all she does. |
| Sandra Goza | Katherine Baxter | I have worked with Katherine for 12 + years now. Before she came to CCMS, she was a 5th grade teacher at Cape. I went on a lot of field trips with her classes, not only as a parent but as a para. We had a lot different adventures, from leaving a teacher at the rest stop, to saving a kid from jumping off the second story in a museum. Things have calmed down a lot over the last 10 years. We work together now as the Special Education team. I have learned so much from her over the years. It is great to see the bond that she has with the kids. It never fails that they come back to visit her a couple of times throughout their high school years to see her and thank her for not giving up on them. |
| Brooke Henley | Mike Lawson | Mr. Lawson ~ Thank you for giving my boys such a fun and goal-oriented P.E. experience! They love getting to learn new games and improve their physical skills. |
| Katherine Baxter | Leanna Vaughan | Leanna’s compassion for teaching is contagious. Working with her has made me a better educator. She holds students to their learning and truly wants the best for them and their future. She is dedicated to the success of her students by always finding ways for them to understand harder concepts. She also genuinely cares about every student at CCMS. Thank you for all you do Leanna. |
| Sandra Goza | Leanna Vaughan | Leanna is a wonderful math teacher. She makes sure that the students are really understanding. So many times she will have the students explain their answers in an 8th grade way. She is always willing to help students get it and if they don’t she will spend her lunch time helping them. I have learned so much from her over the years that I forgot. |
| Katherine Baxter | Lora Brandt | Lora is amazing. I have worked with her for many, many years. Her love of music is infectious. She can take a student that knows nothing and inspire them to shine. She can literally teach anyone an instrument and have them be an impressive player. CCMS is lucky to have her. |
| Katherine Baxter | Mary Sommers | Thank you Mary for working with the students here at CCMS. The students really like you because I never hear anything negative when they have to go to OT. In middle school, that is a huge. I appreciate you! |
| Katherine Baxter | Mike Lawson | I appreciate all Mike does for the students here at CCMS. He not only teaches PE but also social studies. Students come to me and tell me about what they have learned in his class. I appreciate all you do, Mike. |
| Katherine Baxter | Patrick Rice | Patrick is a great team player. He strives for getting the best out of students. He works closely with me to know how to help students succeed in science. His personality really comes out during Spirit Week. Students love to see him all dressed up and having fun. Patrick is a great teacher that everyone loves to be around and learn from. |
| Sandra Goza | Patrick Rice | Thank you Patrick for taking the 6th graders, every year to Outdoor School. Every year the kids look forward to climbing up the mountain and hiking up the different trails for two days. They learn so much from you all year long. |
| Katherine Baxter | Raechel Cowell | Raechel is a wonderful teacher. She makes learning fun and engaging. I admire that she will rap for her students. She finds different and creative ways to inspire students to gain knowledge. Raechel, you are awesome! |
| Lora Brandt | Raechel Cowell | Mrs. Cowell is amazing at what she does. Her ability to have students grow and become the best they can be is amazing. |
| Sandra Goza | Reachel Cowell | Raechel is a very fun teacher and the students never know what to expect. Just this week she sang a Figurative Language Rap song to them. Most of the kids seemed to enjoy it. It was a different way to learn. She really takes time throughout the class to explain the readings and what the authors are trying to say. She wants to make sure that the students really understand. |
| Katherine Baxter | Ryan Hooser | Ryan knows his stuff both in science classes and his STEM classes. He makes learning enjoyable and easy to grasp. He develops deep conversations with students and the staff around these topics. He is my go to person when it comes to engineering questions and he always has the answer. I admire how he creates a lot of his own materials to help students get hands on experiences in science. Students always express to me how much they enjoy his teaching. Thank you for all you do, Ryan. |
| Margaret Rice | Ryan Hooser | Ryan is a wonderful addition to our CTE team. He works hard to bring amazing learning opportunities to his students. Thank you for all you do for WSD students. |
| Margaret Rice | Ryan Hooser | Your emphasis on cultivating critical thinking skills empowers students to approach challenges with confidence and creativity. |
| Sandra Goza | Ryan Hooser | Ryan is an amazing science teacher. I have seen the student challenge him with out of this world question. He seems to always have an answer. His classes are always fun and very interesting, he keeps the students very engaged. |
| Katherine Baxter | Tim Gasper | Tim has a passion for teaching and coaching. Students respond to him in a positive way. He works hard to get every student to be successful. He challenges their thinking at every turn. He also has a great sense of humor that all his students and coworkers enjoy. |
| Sandra Goza | Tim Gasper | Tim is always in the hallway greeting students as they come in. It is amazing how he goes from teaching math to ELA everyday. He is so outgoing and fun. The students enjoy his classroom. He is a great track coach also. |
| Brooke Henley | Katherine Baxter | Katherine, I appreciate how you are all-in for your students. You do everything you can to make sure kids are supported and you advocate for their success. I am grateful for your work with my kiddo and your dedication has helped him reach new heights. Thank you!!! |
| Jake Healea | Mike Lawson | Mike is always ready to support his colleagues. He steps in frequently when coverage is needed during unexpected or unfilled absences. He also volunteers his time each morning by opening the gym so that students can play before school starts. |
| Jake Healea | Tim Gasper | Tim contributes so much to making CCMS a great place! He coaches sports, gives up his lunch break to run the “Mini-Merc” student store as part of our PBIS program, and meets with students before school if they need extra academic support. He can regularly be found in the hallways at passing times giving out fist bumps and high fives. Thank you for all you do, Tim! |
| Jake Healea | Leanna Vaughan | Leanna has embraced the role of teacher-leader. She works hard to supports her colleagues, regularly through thoughtful and insightful contributions during staff meetings and PLCs. Likewise, she frequently offers students support both during class time and beyond. Leanna helps make CCMS a great place for students, staff, and families! |
| Jake Healea | Patrick Rice | Patrick demonstrates an amazing amount of flexibility, having faced a number of new challenges this past year with determination to succeed. He sets high standards for not only himself, but also his students and his colleagues. He then supports them in reaching those expectations and celebrates their successes no matter how big or small. Patrick deeply cares for those around him and his devotion to the craft of teaching is evident in the ways in which his students and his peers are inspired by him. Thank you Patrick for all you do to make CCMS a wonderful place! |
| Jake Healea | Ryan Hooser | Ryan builds highly positive relationships with students. He has a knack for doing so with some of the toughest students at school, demonstrating a balance of accountability, warmth, and high expectations. His students know that he cares for them and will go the extra mile to help them succeed, while also pushing them to achieve at high levels. He is the epitome of a “warm demander” model of teaching. Thank you, Ryan! |
| Jake Healea | Katherine Baxter | Katherine draws on a deep toolbox of strategies and experiences to support students at CCMS. She works diligently to help students grow as whole people. She frequently checks in with students to provide emotional and social support, while also providing academic support. She cares deeply about the students at CCMS and advocates for them passionately, especially those that sometimes may not feel brave or capable enough to find their own voice. Katherine’s efforts help make Canyon Creek a school to be proud of. |
| Jake Healea | Jason Barnes | Jason is a fan-favorite of students and staff alike. This is because he works to build positive and supportive relationships with everyone at CCMS. He is always willing to lend an ear to students and colleagues, listening and affirming their voices. He cares deeply for the wellbeing of the students at CCMS and he works to ensure that they are highly engaged. As a social studies and english teacher, he values diverse perspectives, helping his students explore and think critically about the world around them. Jason’s efforts help make CCMS a great place for students and staff. Thank you, Jason! |
| Jake Healea | Raechel Cowell | Raechel has taken on some huge responsibilities this year as the ASB Coordinator, and she has done a wonderful job with it. Under her guidance, students have expanded their voices and impacts on each other at CCMS. Canyon students now regularly work as mentors in elementary and middle school classes, the students drive budgetary decisions, and they promote positive messages and model leadership throughout the school. Raechel is also the Knowledge Bowl Coach and takes a lead on a number of other student experiences. This is all in addition to the positive relationships and high degrees of success happening in her other classes. Raechel’s efforts help to make CCMS an amazing school! Thank you for all you do, Raechel! |
| Jake Healea | Lora Brandt | Lora has built amazing music programs at Canyon Creek. She has inspired so many students to become passionate about band, choir, and guitar. The growth her students demonstrate following three years in her programs is immense, not just in terms of their musical abilities but also in their development as people. Lora’s classes are a vehicle for mentorship and support for so many students, many of them finding success with her even if they are struggling elsewhere in their lives. Likewise, Lora is highly supportive of her peers. She can frequently be found before or after school checking in with her colleagues to help them process their days or asking how they are doing. Thank you for everything you do, Lora! |
| Jake Healea | Alice Yang | Each morning, Alice greets her students with a smile and a calming manner that helps them start their days on positive notes. Her warmth and caring for her students is clearly evident to all of those who have the pleasure of watching her teach. She combines this with a vast repertoire of teaching strategies and skillful lesson planning, resulting in wonderful experiences for her students. She is loved by her students and devotes herself to their development. Thank you for being an amazing member of our CCMS team, Alice! |
| Jake Healea | Alden Clark | Alden has served in a variety of roles at CCMS and always brings a depth of knowledge and experience to them. He is willing to pitch in and regularly helps with supervision, academic supports, and social supports for students. He works closely with some of our students who struggle the most, providing them with an ally and advocate when they need it. He also frequently helps liven up the office, hallways, and classrooms with his quick wit and jokes. Alden, thank you for all that you do to help students, staff, and families at Canyon! |
| Brooke Henley | Lora Brandt | Lora, I appreciate your dedication to the Washougal music program. Your high standards, strong connection with kids, and high level of engagement make band memorable for kids. I greatly enjoy working with you as a parent and colleague! |
| Brooke Henley | Alden Clark | Alden ~ You bring kindness, humor, a listening ear, and a high level of support for our kids. What you do to help our Cougars is appreciated. |
| Brooke Henley | Raechel Cowell | Raechel ~ I’m so grateful for your leadership in Knowledge Bowl. Slade has such a fun time and it’s because of your hard work, encouragement, and guidance for the team. Thank you! |
| Brooke Henley | Tim Gasper | Mr. Gasper ~ Thank you for being such a great teacher for my boys. They both look up to you and appreciate your great instruction. Your dedication to the success of our schools is awesome! |
| Brooke Henley | Patrick Rice | Mr. Rice ~ Thank you for bringing so much passion, inquiry, and excitement to your science instruction! The boys thoroughly enjoy your classes and enjoy sharing with us their learning. I appreciate how you bring activities to the kid level and show them how things impact their world! |
| David Cooke | Jason Barnes | Thank you Jason for your efforts in regularly travelling down to Jemtegaard to work with our Social Studies PLC team. Your wisdom, ideas, and collaboration have had a significant impact on our school. The partnership between the two schools has been incredible, and JMS is genuinely grateful. |
| David Cooke | Leanna Vaughn | Thank you Leanna for your efforts in regularly travelling down to Jemtegaard to work with our math PLC team. Your wisdom, ideas, and collaboration have had a significant impact on our school. The partnership between the two schools has been incredible, and JMS is genuinely grateful. |
| David Cooke | Lora Brandt | Thank you Lora for your efforts in regularly travelling down to Jemtegaard to work Jen Hodapp during PLC time. Your wisdom, ideas, and collaboration have had a significant impact on our school. The partnership between the two schools has been incredible, and JMS is genuinely grateful. |
| David Cooke | Patrick Rice | Thank you Patrick for your efforts in regularly travelling down to Jemtegaard to work with our science PLC team. Your wisdom, ideas, and collaboration have had a significant impact on our school. The partnership between the two schools has been incredible, and JMS is genuinely grateful. |
| David Cooke | Ryan Hooser | Thank you Ryan for your efforts in regularly travelling down to Jemtegaard to work with our science PLC team. Your wisdom, ideas, and collaboration have had a significant impact on our school. The partnership between the two schools has been incredible, and JMS is genuinely grateful. |
| David Cooke | Tim Gaspar | Thank you Tim for regularly coming down to Jemtegaard to work with our teachers during PLC. Our math team and students has benefited from your contributions. |
| David Cooke | Mike Lawson | Thank you Mike for regularly coming down to Jemtegaard to work with our teachers during PLC. Our Social Studies and PE team and students has benefited from your contributions. |
| Brooke Henley | Jason Barnes | Mr. Barnes ~ Thank you for the way you engage with kids. You are a fun, kind, and fair teacher and it shows. Your all-in attitude for supporting our campus is so valuable and greatly appreciated. |
| Brooke Henley | Leanna Vaughn | Leanna ~ Thank you for advocating for Ridge, and for your overall top-notch math instruction. You are a fan favorite and it’s because of your strong instructional and mathematical skills, dedication to reaching high levels, and engaging activities. Slade says, “She makes math more enjoyable!” 🙂 |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Les Brown | Alice Yang | Alice has been instrumental in keeping Washougal Youth Arts Month going strong. Her leadership helps coordinate volunteers and community organizations to create a memorable gallery event and opportunities all month for students and families to engage in the arts.
Community members who visited the art gallery were impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that our art teachers are cultivating. Thank you Alice! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Erin Eaton | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Erin Smith | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Heather Kassel | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Nichol Yung | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Taryn Wagner | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Brooke Henley | Josie Barrett | Josie brings energy, excitement, and a passion for learning to her students. I’m grateful for her dedication to Cape kids! |
| Josie Barrett | Amy Henke | Amy Henke works with every student at Cape Horn Skye! From running the Kodiak student store, to hosting attendance groups, lunch bunches, social groups, and doing individual check ins and one on one counseling sessions with students! She might not have a magic “fix all of our problems” wand, but she is great at providing the students with the tools necessary to problem solve when issues occur. She is always kind, positive, flexible, and helpful! The students and staff are very grateful and appreciative of everything Amy does for our school and community! Thank you, Amy!! |
| Josie Barrett | Hana Gustely | Hana has been my teaching partner since I started in Washougal, and our teamwork has helped me to grow so much over the past 8 years! She is an outstanding educator, colleague, community member and friend! Her creative approach to teaching helps her students to fully engage in their education! She has also helped other future educators to grow by being a mentor, sharing her classroom and expertise with teacher candidates/student teachers! Hana is AWESOME and we are lucky to have her at Cape Horn Skye! |
| Brandi Leonard | Tracey Helland | Tracey is an amazing Resource Teacher. She cares so much for each student. Tracey is always willing to help students out. I am so glad I get to work with such an amazing person! |
| Brooke Henley | Anna Breithaupt | Anna, it is an absolute joy working with you! Your vision for music learning at Cape is phenomenal. Not only are you a talented and intentional teacher, you are a thoughtful and dedicated community member. Your contributions to our school are highly valued! |
| Brooke Henley | Kim Daniels | Kim ~ Thank you for not only teaching kids movement skills but also KNOWING them as humans. Your intuitive, personable, and kind nature ensures all children feel cared for. You advocate for ALL kids and work hard to be a team player for our staff as well. It’s an honor to get to work alongside you! |
| Brooke Henley | Erin Eaton | Erin ~ Thanks for your teamwork this year. You have worked so hard for the success of our kindies and our entire school! You’re a leader in our school and have high standards for your students and for others. I appreciate you and all of the wonderful things you bring to our community!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Kara Gamboa | Kara ~ Thank you for giving our children the gift of top-notch speech instruction. I appreciate your dedication to kids as well as your amazing teamwork. Thanks for all that you do! |
| Brooke Henley | Hana Gustely | Hana ~ I am so grateful to get to work with you. Your calm, intentional, and focused instruction coupled with strong dedication to Cape makes you an asset for our kids and whole community. Thank you for also working hard to cultivate our next crew of teachers by supervising student teachers. You’re a leader and are so appreciated! |
| Brooke Henley | Tracey Helland | Tracey ~ I first met you as a parent and was so grateful to have you working with my kiddo. Now I see you support 300 kiddos on a daily basis and it makes my heart so happy. Thank you for your dedication and thoughtful ways. Your approach to the work results in high growth and it’s because of your laser like focus and intentionality. I appreciate you!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Amy Henke | Amy ~ I absolutely love working with you and creating a support system at our school together. Thank you for your flexibility, positivity, and amazing ideas to help our kids and community. You do SO MUCH for us all and your efforts are appreciated! |
| Brooke Henley | Hillary Chapman | Hillary ~ Your persistence this year has been outstanding. Thank you for your leadership, helpfulness, guidance, and high levels of instruction for kids. You are appreciated! |
| Brooke Henley | Heather Kassel | Kassel ~ It’s an honor to get to work with you not only one but TWO years in a row. This year, we get to be at the same school!!! I’m continually impressed with the way you are running your TK classroom. You bring organization, structure, vision, compassion, and high standards of excellence to our kids. You are a true leader and I learn so much from you. Thank you for being a phenomenal teacher, colleague, and friend! |
| Brooke Henley | Chelli Larzalere | Chelli ~ Thank you for your strong vision and exceptional instructional strategies in our Life Skills classroom. Your effectiveness is outstanding and I’m proud of the program because of your leadership and hard work creating what you have with paras, students, parents, and staff. I appreciate you and your advocacy for our Kodiaks! |
| Brooke Henley | Cheryl MacIntyre | Cheryl ~ Thank you for your leadership in the PLC work as well as with IM at Cape. You are a gem and I’m so lucky to get to learn from and with you!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Lyndsey Morris | Lyndsey ~ Thank you for being such a positive, inspiring, and dedicated team member at Cape. One thing I’m continually impressed with is your strong behavioral management skills. You’re organized, planned, and have a clear vision on how things should go– AND you make sure kids follow those expectations successfully! I appreciate you! |
| Brooke Henley | Julie Presant | Julie ~ You told me once how having me as a principal was one of the reasons you continued to teach… Well, I never forget that and the kind and wonderful things you say and do. You bring a high level of instruction, management, vision, and overall “good person” skills to the whole school. You show us all how to be our best, humble, kind, and generous selves. I appreciate you!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Patrick Rice | Mr. Rice ~ Thank you for bringing so much passion, inquiry, and excitement to your science instruction! The boys thoroughly enjoy your classes and enjoy sharing with us their learning. I appreciate how you bring activities to the kid level and show them how things impact their world! |
| Mary Templeton | Erin Smith | Erin ~ Thank you for keeping your eye on the prize, always. Your focus and determination for our students is astounding. The feeling of support you give kids, staff, and myself is valuable in keeping our goals moving forward. I appreciate your hard work for Cape Kids! |
| Brooke Henley | Amy Seufert | Amy ~ It has been an absolute pleasure getting to work with you these past 2 years as colleagues, and even longer in a parent/school psychologist manner. Your proactive, supportive, organized, and student-centered ways are amazing. I’m so appreciative of your hard work for our Cape Kodiaks!!! |
| Brooke Henley | June Sitton | June ~ It has been wonderful getting to work with you this year to re-shape our LAP program at Cape. Through the many challenges we’ve faced, the program has come out on top and a lot of it is due to your strong leadership. Thanks for always advocating for student need, your willingness to adjust and work with teachers, the flexibility in scheduling, and the focused learning environment in your classroom! I appreciate you!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Darcy Hickey | Darcy ~ I see the great things you do for our school. I’m sure there’s even more I DON’T see. Pod Assembly planning and communicating, Science Night, STEM after school programs, Science Olympiad, monthly themed decorations in the front of the school, Little Library, Pod Trees connected to monthly SEL focus, showcase near the entry with SEL demonstration artifacts… You’re amazing. Thank you for what you give to us all — pride in our school, love for our children, and a truly joyful learning experience. |
| Booke Henley | Erika Stauffer | Erika ~ I appreciate your kind, gentle, organized manner… You not only connect strongly with the kids but you provide for a supportive and FUN learning environment! Thanks for your hard work and for your leadership in our school. You help keep our Cape staff and kids safe, respectful, and responsible. I appreciate you!!! |
| Booke Henley | Stephanie Wastradowski | Stephanie ~ Thank you for the quick-change grade level boost this year! Your flexibility, all-in attitude, positivity, and hard work through the difficult times. You are a strong teacher and you have brought wonderful things to our fifth graders. I appreciate all that you do!!! |
| Booke Henley | Taryn Wagner | Taryn ~ Thank you for always giving your ALL to everything you do. Your strong connections with staff and your PLC are phenomenal. The way you connect with and teach our fourth graders is commendable. They love you and your approach to learning! I appreciate you and all that you bring to Cape — a love of learning, great teaching, and a positive team attitude!!! |
| Booke Henley | Nichol Yung | Nichol ~ It has been so wonderful getting to know you these past two years. You are a dedicated, caring, nurturing, strong teacher and you bring so much to our school. I also appreciate your district-level leadership! You are a phenomenal teammate and I appreciate you!!! |
| Brooke Henley | Alice Yang | Alice ~ Your amazing dedication to the Cape and Canyon community, and Washougal community at large, is outstanding. I appreciate the love and care you bring to kids, and am so thankful for the creative abilities you nurture in kids. Thank you for your commitment to us ALL. 🙂 |
| Brooke Henley | Mary Sommers | Mary ~ I appreciate your kind, gentle, knowledgeable ways you come about your work. Thank you for giving us all support, ideas, and a high level of care!!! You are awesome. |
| Brooke Henley | Ben Yung | Ben ~ I appreciate your positivity, all-in attitude, willingness to do what it takes to teach and support kids, and how valuable you have been as a staff member. Thanks for what you have done for Cape kids, and I hope it’s a lot more to come!!! |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Hannah Hartman | Allison McGranahan | Allison, you amaze me all the time with all your leadership, knowledge of your craft, and your big heart. You do so much for our community from organizing social gatherings to serving your students each day and persevering through challenges. You are a great teacher and colleague and we are so fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Hannah Hartman | Amy Switzer | Amy, you are so talented at your craft. I have been so impressed all year with how you are supporting each and every student to be a musician. You provide lots of opportunities for kids to fall in love and engage in music in different ways. Thank you for all you do! |
| Hannah Hartman | Ashley Lingo | Ashley, you have such a deep dedication to our community and it is seen through the lengths you will go to support your river otters each and every day. You work hard to build a learning community that honors each individual. You are also a compassionate colleague and friend to many. Thank you for all you do. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Ashley Lingo | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Benjamin Yung | Ben you are such a warm and caring educator. You have stepped up to provide a learning space for your kiddo to thrive. In such a quick time you have made positive relationships with both students and staff. I appreciate your can do attitude and your positivity you bring to your work. Thank you for everything, we appreciate you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Cheryl MacIntyre | Cheryl, I appreciate all the knowledge you share and the leadership you provide our district. The way you have supported our PLC work and have organized professional development is so commendable and our district is very fortunate to have you sharing your gifts to help us all improve. Thank you! |
| Hannah Hartman | CHUNG SAVOIE, | Chung, thank you so much for all your leadership and care for our kiddos. I particularly want to thank you for all the translation and support for us to make a positive connection with students and families. I know you have taken on huge challenges and juggled so much this year. I want you to know how much your efforts are appreciated. |
| Hannah Hartman | DINA SAWYER | Dina, thank you for the support and guidance you have provided CRGE. The staff speaks so highly of your work and I particularly want to share the ways your work is having lasting impacts and being used to help our staff grow in their documentation and work to further support students. You are very talented and we appreciate you. |
| Hannah Hartman | Doreen Wilsdon | Doreen, you are so thoughtful and caring for your kiddos and team. I appreciate all you do to set up a warm, inclusive classroom that supports learning for all. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts and ideas to make our school even better. I appreciate you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Doreen Wilsdon | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Ellen Hein | Ellen, congratulations on all your accomplishments this year. You are such a knowledgeable teacher and you have shared your gifts with so many this year. I appreciate how you create a safe space for your students to thrive and take on risks to grow in new ways. Thank you for all you do! |
| Hannah Hartman | Erika Maxey | Erika, you are truly a master of your craft. You have juggled so much this year with so many little learners that you have helped inspire and prepare for a bright future. I am so thankful to have you in our community and for all your contributions to our community. Your smile brightens up our school. Thank you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Erika Maxey | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Erin Darling | Erin, thank you so much for all you do. We so appreciate your support to work with middles school buddies and helpers throughout the year. Those cross division connections have had a very positive impact on our students and have provided another layer of support for staff as well. You are so kind and caring and we appreciate all you do! |
| Hannah Hartman | Gavin Bakes | Gavin, you are a teacher that leads with your heart. You care so much for your students and you have done such a great job to developing and leading such a strong team to educators to support your students. I am so thankful to have you at CRGE. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Gavin Bakes | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Hillary Chapman | Hillary, thank you so much for all you do. You have taken on such a big job this year and have demonstrated great flexibility. I appreciate all you did this year for our all school reads at CRGE. It was so much fun and I know a lot of work that would not have been possible without your leadership. Thank you for everything, we appreciate you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Jaime Evatt | Thank you Jaime for stepping in and being so amazing with our Kindergarteners this year. You are a wonderful teacher and you have shown so much care and dedication to help your students grow and shine this year. I appreciate your flexibility and positive attitude. CRGE is so fortunate to have you. |
| Hannah Hartman | Janis Akseki | Janis, you have the biggest heart and work so hard to see and serve our students each day. I appreciate the way you listen and truly hear our students and their needs. You are always willing to jump in and help out to be there for our students and staff. We are so fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Hannah Hartman | Jeff Condon | Jeff, you have taken on a huge challenge this year taking on change and creating a classroom that is making amazing progress. You have a lot of care for your river otters often going above and beyond to care and connect. We are so fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Hannah Hartman | Jessica Blumer | Jessica, thank you for being so flexible and awesome! You are such a talented art teacher that has made deep connections with students that inspire them. You have stepped out of your comfort zone this year and have been a huge support for students that need some extra care. I want you to know I appreciate you so much. |
| Les Brown | Jessica Blumer | Thank you for your work this year on Youth Arts Month. It was so great to get to see the impressive and beautiful work your students are creating. I love that community members who visited the art gallery are so impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that all of our art teachers are cultivating. Thank you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Khrista McBride | Khrista, you have so much to be proud of this year. You have worked hard to connect and to build a strong community with your students. I so appreciate your can do attitude and the way you are always willing to step up and help out our school in so many ways. I am so happy I get to work with you at CRGE. |
| Hannah Hartman | Kynnedy Knotts | Kynnedy, you have shown such dedication to your kiddos this year as you were preparing for big life changes. I appreciate all you have given to our CRGE community and to your little learners. |
| Hannah Hartman | Leslie Deshazer | Leslie, thank you so much for sharing your leadership and expertise with us all. I appreciate the collaboration and support you have been able to provide us this year at CRGE. Our district is so fortunate to have you serving our students and families and supporting our teachers. Thank you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Lindsay Reich | Lindsay, thank you for all you do. We are so fortunate to have you working with our kiddos at CRGE. You juggle so much and make such a huge impact to support our students being successful. I appreciate you so much! |
| Hannah Hartman | MARIA MEZA | Maria, thank you for your flexibility and care you provide to our CRGE students. You have taken on a heavy load and we appreciate all you do to help our students grow and develop so they can be successful learners. We appreciate you so much! |
| Hannah Hartman | Marie Klemmer | Marie, you are such a knowledgeable and caring educator. You work so hard to support your kids and to help them be brave and ready to transition successfully to middle school. You are a kind colleague and your positive energy is so amazing for our community. I appreciate you and all you do. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Marie Klemmer | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Michelle Rindt | Michelle you have a huge heart for your kiddos and your colleagues. Thank you for all you do. You are such a great teacher and I appreciate the leadership you provide your team and the way you build caring relationships with your students. We love you! |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs.Bollenbaugh | The Boss and leader who does so much for the students and staff. Women of many hats |
| Hannah Hartman | Rachell Calvary-Reeves | Rae, you have taken our TTK program to amazing places and you have so much to be proud of. You have a big heart and put your whole self into being there for your students and our teaching team. I love your ideas and seeing your class in action building a better future through all the creativity and play. Thank you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Sam Howard | Sam, you are so kind and caring. You work hard to connect with your students and go the extra mile for them. I appreciate the way you are always willing to step up and help out to support our school. We are fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Hannah Hartman | Sara Arnold | Sara, you are such a super woman. Thank you for all you to do support our kiddos. You are so thoughtful and I appreciate the way you connect to support our families and teachers as well. You are a hard worker and so thoughtful and caring. We are so fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Sara Arnold | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Sean Genova | Thank you for all you do. I know this year you have demonstrated such flexibility and care to support kiddos. I know from how your CRGE colleagues speak about you that you are a great teacher. I appreciate the caring connections you have established with colleagues and seeing you stay connected at some events throughout the year. Thank you for all you do! |
| Hannah Hartman | Shannon Van Horn | Shannon, I am so thankful to get the chance to work with and learning from you. You are so knowledgeable and caring for our kiddos at CRGE. I appreciate all your ideas and supports for our building. You are always going above and beyond to be there for our students, staff, and families. We are so fortunate to have you working with and advocating for our students. Thank you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Sydney Termini | Sydney, thank you for all you do. You have taken on so much this year and you have so much to be a proud of. You are a remarkable teammate and you know your craft so well to support learning for your kiddos. I appreciate you so much! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Taylor Boswell | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Tonya Taylor | Tonya thank you for caring for your kiddos and team and for bringing the fun to learning each day. You build wonderful relationships and I appreciate the way you help us all grow and improve in our building. We are so fortunate to have you at CRGE. |
| Jodi Ellis | Tonya Taylor | Tonya impacts her students every single day. She goes above and beyond to ensure their education, safety, and life skills are achieved. She makes it a point to connect to every student and parent so that they can achieve their goals together. She makes the kids laugh and learn all at the same time. Tonya once had a nonverbal child sing back to her as they were having a conversation in song. She is an amazing teacher, mentor and friend. Without Teacher Tonya, our students would not have succeeded as far as they have. She is the heart of our classroom and we are lucky enough to work with her. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Tonya Taylor | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Hannah Hartman | Valerie Wagoner | Valerie, thank you for all you are doing to juggle so much and to serve our students. We are fortunate to have you at CRGE. You build strong relationships with the students you serve and you are making a big difference in their educational journey. Thank you for all you do! |
| Valerie Wagoner | Sara Arnold | Sara, Thank you for your caring and calm nature for our students. You’re doing great work! |
| Hannah Hartman | Rob Yee | Thank you for sharing your passion for Art and inspiring the youth in our community! |
| Valerie Wagoner | Jessica Gustafson | Thank you for all the thought and care you put in to your classroom. You are an amazing teacher! |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Tami Culp | Colleen Davis | A Shout Out to Colleen Davis for having a heart for her students. The students’ social and emotional well being is at the heart of your teaching. It’s great to see how students build strong friendships in your classroom. Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives Colleen! |
| Stacey Gorsline | Connie Vernon | Thank you for all you do for our students. |
| Tami Culp | Connie Vernon | A Shout Out to Connie Vernon for all your leadership and support in the LAP Program! I appreciate how you work to support the LAP instructors and also serve the needs of our small groups in reading support. Thank you for making a difference in our students’ lives Connie! |
| Tami Culp | Dina Sawyer | A Shout Out to Dina Sawyer for all you do in serving students, staff and families. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge, skills and expertise in supporting the SLC program. I also appreciate your willingness to help lead the work we are doing here at Gause. Thank you for making a difference in students’ lives Dina! |
| Jocelyn Pratt | Elizabeth Camp | Year after year you provide a classroom that is calm, cool and collected. You foster an environment of ready learners where students succeed working independently and together. I am blessed to have as a colleague. |
| Tami Culp | Elizabeth Camp | A Shout Out to Elizabeth Camp for building a strong sense of classroom community with your students. You do an amazing job of taking students’ interests and connecting them to your lessons. I appreciate how you work to get students ready for the next step into middle school. Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives Elizabeth! |
| Darla Roberson | Hayley Alvarado | It is really refreshing to see your positivity, day in and day out. Even when things don’t seem great, you maintain grace and poise and you are an outstanding role model for your students. Thank you for your hard work and your exceptional professionalism! |
| Tami Culp | Hayley Alvarado | A Shout Out to Hayley Alvarado for making her classroom a friendly and welcoming environment for all her students! Hayley creates a fun and engaging space for students to learn. She adds lots of creativity to her lessons. Thank you Hayley for making a difference in your students’ lives! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Hayley Alvarado | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tami Culp | Heather Hopkins | A Shout Out to Heather Hopkins for being a great team player here at Gause! I greatly appreciate how you help organize building events. Thank you for all you do to team with your grade level partner. Students greatly benefit when teachers team together! Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives Heather! |
| Les Brown | Jessica Fetko | Thank you for your work this year on Youth Arts Month. It was so great to get to see the impressive and beautiful work your students are creating. I love that community members who visited the art gallery are so impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that all of our art teachers are cultivating. Thank you! |
| Stacey Gorsline | Jocelyn Pratt | Thank you for all you do for the students at Gause. |
| Tami Culp | Kirstin Albaugh | A Shout Out to Kirstin Albaugh for all you do to serve and support the students, staff, and families here at Gause each and every day. I appreciate your caring heart and knowledge in working with our students when they are facing challenges and difficulties. You truly have a servant’s heart, Mrs. Albaugh. Thank you for making a difference in students’ lives Kirstin! |
| Nadia Pasquinelli | Heather Hopkins | I want to say thankyou to Heather Hopkins this year for all the great educational & emotional care support that she has shown my daughter. Heather has gone above and beyond with her helping not just my daughter but all of the children in the classroom despite all the challenges that have gone on this year in class. In our opinion Heather is a rock star and we cannot thank her enough! So glad my daughter has had her this year as her third grade teacher! |
| Tami Culp | Laurie Brown | A Shout Out to Laurie Brown for all her support and dedication to her kindergarten students this year! Mrs. Brown does a great job in making her lessons and learning active and engaging. Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives! |
| Tami Culp | Lisa Haskin | A Shout Out to Lisa Haskin for creating a structured and organized learning environment. She does a nice job implementing routines with her students and setting classroom expectations and norms. Thank you Lisa for making a difference in your students’ lives! |
| Darla Roberson | Sean Genova | Thanks for going the extra mile to connect with your students. I believe your presence in some of your students’ lives has helped them with behaviors and you have been a safe place for some to open up. Great work! |
| Tami Culp | Lisa Kaaihue | A Shout Out to Lisa Kaaihue for her dedication and commitment to her students. She shows kindness and patience to each of her students. Students love “Mrs. K”. Thank you for all you do Lisa in making a difference in your students’ lives! |
| Tami Culp | Lyndsey Russell | A Shout Out to Lyndsey Russell for working so well with your grade level partner to meet the needs of your students. I appreciate how you approach learning in third grade as “all of our students”. Students greatly benefit from a wholistic approach! You do a great job Mrs. Russell of building relationships with your students. Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives Lyndsey! |
| Tami Culp | MaKenna Clendenen | A Shout Out to MaKenna Clendenen for bringing the love and joy of music to Gause! I appreciate how you add so much creativity into your lessons and student performances here at Gause! I also appreciate all your hard work with band. Thank you for making a difference in students’ lives here at Gause MaKenna! |
| Tami Culp | Mark Bauer | A Shout Out to Mark Bauer for what you do each day in our physical education program here at Gause. I appreciate how you integrate fitness and nutrition emphasizing life-long healthy habits into your lessons. You do a great job in adapting your lessons from our youngest learners up to our older students in 5th grade. Thank you for making a difference in our students’ lives Mark! |
| Tami Culp | Marvina Bugajski | A Shout Out to Marvina Bugajski for having a heart for the students she serves! I appreciate how Marvina works to build relationships with her students and families. She has a passion and a deep sense of care that her students are successful! Thank you Marvina for making a difference in your students’ lives! |
| Tami Culp | Sara Genova | A Shout Out to Sara Genova for making the transition from WLA to 5th grade in person at Gause this year! I appreciate how you take the importance and seriousness of teaching the academic concepts skills for students to be successful in their learning. I also appreciate you being a team player on the Gause staff. Thank you for making a difference in students’ lives Sara! |
| Jocelyn Pratt | Sean Genova | Sean, you are a highly skilled teacher. You work hard to make lessons engaging. You hold students accountable. You not only teach the current grade level concepts with passion and creativity, you also work tirelessly to find ways to fill individual and whole group missing skills. You have worked wonders with your class this year. You are a phenomenal teacher! I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to work with you this year. |
| Tami Culp | Sean Genova | A Shout Out to Sean Genova for stepping up and stepping in to teach 4th grade this year at Gause. You do a great job at building relationships with your students. Thank you for the structure you provide within your classroom so students feel successful in their learning. Thank you for making a difference in your students’ lives Sean! |
| Les Brown | Suzi Thelen | Thank you for your work this year on Youth Arts Month. It was so great to get to see the work your students are creating. Community members who visited the art gallery were impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that all of our art teachers are cultivating. Thank you! |
| Tami Culp | Jocelyn Pratt | A Shout Out to Jocelyn Pratt for all your hard work and dedication to our students and staff here at Gause. I appreciate how you provide all the extra and needed support with making students successful here at Gause! I also appreciate your willingness to step up and help lead the work we are doing. Thank you for making a difference in our students’ lives Jocelyn! |
| Tami Culp | Jessica Fetko | A Shout Out to Jessica Fetko for all you do for our art program here at Gause. I appreciate how you work to provide a variety of elements in your art lessons for students. I also appreciate your passion for art instruction! Thank you for making a difference in students’ lives Jessica! |
| Booke Henley | Dina Sawyer | Dina ~ I appreciate how you have taken the time to support Cape teachers and kids. Your words of encouragement, behavioral advice, and phenomenal ideas have carried us through our year. You’re an effective, supportive, and all-around amazing individual and I’m so lucky to get to work with you on the occasions that I do! |
| Connor McCroskey | Jocelyn Pratt | I have appreciated working with you this year! Your small group instruction, focus on social-emotional skill development, and focus on whole-building culture are wonderful assets. Thank you again for your dedication and commitment to the work! |
| Connor McCroskey | Amy Scott | Thank you for doing all the PT work for the whole district 🙂 Your energy and work always bring a smile to staff and students’ faces. I appreciate seeing you work with our kiddos and everyone who interacts with you has only positive things to say! |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Tracey Maclachlan | Jennifer Perry | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Kelly Chen | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Leslie Deshazer | Margaret Jennings | I’m so glad to have a teammate that has a strong skill set and is fun to collaborate with. She makes our students days brighter. |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Margaret Jennings | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Wendy Morrill | Dakota Wilkins | Dakota, Thank you for all the wonderful things you do for a students and staff. Your positive attitude and mindset is so appreciated! I can’t imagine Hathaway without you! |
| Wendy Morrill | Sydney Croucher | Sydney, Thank you for everything you do for your students and how well you collaborate with your team. I truly appreciate your leadership on the Guiding Coalition! |
| Wendy Morrill | Suzi Thelen | Suzi, Thank you for making Art such a fun and enriching experience for our students. I really appreciate your willingness to do “whatever is needed” to support Hathaway! |
| Wendy Morrill | Sara Elmore | Sara, Thank you for all of the engaging and enriching opportunities you provide for your students and your close collaboration with your team. I appreciate all the fun you bring to Hathaway! |
| Wendy Morrill | Javier Appelgren | Javier, Thank you for making PE and fun and engaging experience for our students. I appreciate the healthy habits you encourage both your students and our staff to follow. |
| Wendy Morrill | Alyssa Baxter | Alyssa, Thank you for all the wonderful things you do for your students and our staff. I appreciate your patience and positive “can do” attitude. |
| Wendy Morrill | Leslie De Shazer | Leslie, Thank you for your continued commitment to the Hathaway Community and our littlest learners. I appreciate your leadership and work on the Guiding Coalition. |
| Wendy Morrill | Veronica Paredes | Veronica, Thank you for all the fun and enriching things you do for your students. I appreciate all you do for Hathaway and our Dual Language Program. |
| Connor McCroskey | Alyssa Baxter | Thank you for all the support you provide to our littlest learners! The students and families greatly benefit from your kindness, rigor, and support! |
| Connor McCroskey | Leslie Deshazer | Thanks for creating a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for our smallest learners. Every time I walk into your classroom students are smiling, learning, and being positively supported by you and your staff. Your hard work is noticed and appreciated by all! |
| Johnattan Curiel | Kelly Borquist | Maestra Kelly has been doing some phenomenal job in the dual language program. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the students. |
| Brooke Henley | Leslie Deshazer | Leslie ~ Thank you for your strong commitment to our early learners in Washougal. It’s a joy getting to partner with you to support families, staff, and students. Thanks for always going above-and-beyond for the sake of the needs of kids. You are AWESOME! |
| Wendy Morrill | Alicia Villasana | Alicia, You are a great addition to our staff and the Dual Language Program. I appreciate all you do to help your students be successful. |
| Wendy Morrill | Becky Miller | Becky, Thank you for the enriching music experiences you provide for our students and I appreciate your strong commitment to their musical education. |
| Wendy Morrill | Charlotte Linde | Charlotte, Thank you for everything you do for your students. I appreciate your leadership on the Guiding Coalition. |
| Wendy Morrill | Emily Schmid | Emily, I appreciate all you do for our students and I appreciate your leadership and “Can do” mindset. |
| Wendy Morrill | Gail Anderson | Gail, Thank you for all you do for our students and I appreciate your commitment to our students and staff. |
| Wendy Morrill | Jaymi McQueen | Jaymi, Thank you for your strong commitment to Hathaway’s students and I appreciate your leadership and strong ability to collaborate. |
| Wendy Morrill | Jennifer Perry | Thank you working so hard to meet the needs of each of your 2nd graders. I appreciate your positive “won’t give up” mindset when helping your students be successful. |
| Wendy Morrill | Julie Taie | Julie, Thank you for joining the Hathaway team this year and everything you do for your students. I appreciate your positive outlook and strong collaboration skills. |
| Wendy Morrill | June Sitton | June, Thank you for all you do for our students and staff. I appreciate your “whatever it takes” mindset. |
| Wendy Morrill | Kelly Borquist | Thank you for all you do for our students everyday. I appreciate your leadership in the Dual Language Program. |
| Wendy Morrill | Kelly Chen | Kelly, Thank you for your strong commitment to Hathaway’s students and I appreciate your leadership and strong ability to collaborate. |
| Connor McCroskey | Maggie Jennings | Thanks for all your work with our PreK students! Your support and dedication are appreciated…if only I could give you a Hero Award in recognition of your positive impact on the community 🙂 |
| Wendy Morrill | Lori Webb | Lori, Thank you for all you do for your students and I appreciate your leadership and “can do” mindset. |
| Wendy Morrill | Tiffany Gilbreath | Thank you for all you do for your students. I appreciate your leadership on The Guiding Coalition. |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Tracey Maclachlan | Angela Barnes | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| David Cooke | Scott Adams | Scott has provided great support to his students and the Math Team this year. When I have a challenging student situation, I have leaned on Scott for help. His calm, caring approach is exactly what students need when they are in crisis. I am so grateful for his support. Thank you , Scott. |
| Jennifer Morris | Coach Ice | AMAZING. Runs a very active class and has all students involved. |
| Les Brown | Dani Allen | Thank you for all your work this year on Youth Arts Month. It is so great to get to see the impressive and beautiful work your students are creating. I love that community members who visited the art gallery are so impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that all of our art teachers are cultivating. You’re an amazing part of what makes our district so wonderful. Thank you! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Erin Darling | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Margaret Rice | Greg Lewis | Thank you for your dedication to fostering innovation in our students, equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. |
| Tiffany McCormick | Scott Hoisington | Mr. Hoisington does a great job engaging our sixth grade students in history. He builds strong relationships with his students and it’s clear they learn a lot and have fun in class. This year, Mr. Hoisington and his PLC team have made tremendous strides in teaching students how to write CER statements and essays. The work they have done has produced better writers who are ready for the 7th grade. Thank you Mr. Hoisington! |
| Tracey Maclachlan | Heidi Kellar | I appreciate you and the hard work you do on behalf of students each day! You make an impact…and Washougal is lucky to have you! |
| Diana Larson | Jennifer Hodapp | I have nothing but great things to say about Jenn! She is an incredible director and is a caring teacher. Jenn is always showing inspirational videos to the kids and she works at encouraging kids to be the best they can be in music. I consider her to be a colleague and dear friend. |
| Margaret Rice | Katie Beaty | Thank you for your collaborative approach to teaching. It not only enhances student learning but also fosters a sense of teamwork and community in the classroom. |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs. Bre – Breanna Jimenez | Happy to help ALL students and staff. |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs. Darcy | Always willing to do anything and always smiling . |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs. Darling | She is everywhere and always smiling and helping students |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs. Hodapp | Music to my ears and brings such joy to all. |
| Jennifer Morris | Mrs.Caswell | Absolutely amazing. Always putting the kids first and helping all staff members at any given time. |
| Karen Streeter | Scott Adams | Mr. Adams is such a great mentor and teacher, an excellent resource for our students and community. Thanks for your great work! |
| Connor McCroskey | Erin Caswell | Thank you for tirelessly supporting our middle school students! They are always working, learning, and happy when I stop by. Your hard work and dedication are noticed and appreciated! |
| Connor McCroskey | Lori Kim | Thank you for being patient and kind to our middle school students who sometimes don’t feel welcomed at school. You and your staff continually remind them that they can be their best selves at school. You are always working to set them up for success. Thanks for all your hard work!!! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Heidi Kellar | Heidi has been an incredible leader for students and staff. Heidi works tirelessly to build the capacity of our ASB students and it shows in all that they do from our daily announcements, pep assemblies, to our dances. Our students work hard for Mrs. Kellar because they know how much she cares about them. Thank you Mrs. Kellar! |
| David Cooke | Michael Isotalo | Coach Ice deeply cares about the importance of physical education in his students’ lives. Everyday he is ‘in the trenches’ modeling the exercise, giving students helpful tips and running around the gym with his students. I particularly appreciate the leadership qualities that he instills in his students. They are always leading the warm-ups and activities. He believes in his students and empowers them. Great work, Coach Ice. |
| Tiffany McCormick | Scott Rainey | There is never a dull moment in Mr. Rainey’s 8th grade history classes. I appreciate how Mr. Rainey engages students in inquiry and challenges their thinking. Mr. Rainey and his PLC team have made tremendous progress in creating lessons that help students become stronger thinkers, writers, and self-evaluators. Thank you Mr. Rainey! |
| Diana Larson | Ms. Koch | Ms. Koch, You are an incredible teacher. I compare you to a seasoned actor performing with confidence in front of a captive audience. You take the stage in the classroom teaching with a fun, informative manner that helps the students learn. These students love you and it is clear you care about their success. You deserve an academy award for Best Teacher in a middle school setting. Take a bow Kieandra! – Diana Larson |
| David Cooke | Jason Foster | Jason Foster taught science for the first time this year. If you went to his classroom you would think that he had been teaching it for twenty. He has created a learning environment where his 6th grade students explore, create, collaborate and have fun. Jason has taken spirit days to a whole new level this year encouraging high participation from his ‘6th grade army.’ It has been great having Jason back at JMS. |
| David Cooke | Carley Matson | Carley is a true advocate for her math students. She goes the extra mile to make sure that all of her students understand the math concepts. I have learned so much about PLC from Carley. Thank you for your support of students, staff and the district mission to implement the PLC process. |
| David Cooke | Jake Klackner | Jake has done a great job as a long term substitute teacher. He has quickly established a positive learning culture making the teacher transition seamless for the student. I appreciate Jake’s enthusiasm to improve his teaching craft to support his students. We are glad you are at JMS, Jake. |
| David Cooke | Jesse Weber | If you want a calm place to learn, look no further than Jesse Weber’s class. Jesse builds math confidence by guiding students through a clear lesson plan, creating a safe place to ask questions and make mistakes, and collaboration opportunities on fun assignments. Students know that Mr. Weber is in their corner. Thank you, Jesse. |
| David Cooke | Katie Beaty | The middle school age is a critical time to keep students engaged in STEM. Katie Beaty is a true advocate for the STEM program creating lessons that allow students to explore, collaborate and implement their thinking. Katie’s lesson planning is exceptional, setting up her students for success. Katie is a problem solver. She has come up with many ideas and solutions to support students and staff. Thank you, Katie. |
| Tiffany McCormick | Anna Linde | I appreciate how Ms. Linde has high standards for all students. Ms. Linde balances her high expectations with her sense of humor to keep students engaged in the learning. Ms. Linde is clear in her expectations and she provides the support and encouragement students need to meet the standards. Ms. Linde’s 8th graders leave JMS well prepared for high school. Thank you Ms. Linde! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Nathan Kellar | I appreciate the consistency Mr. Kellar provides for his 6th grade ELA and Success Skills students. Mr. Kellar puts much time and effort into designing lessons that are interesting and engaging for his students. Students have clear routines and I often observe students go from quiet reading, to written responses, then having the opportunity to get up and share their thinking or ideas with others. Mr. Kellar could teach a Master Class in positive classroom management. Thank you Mr. Kellar! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Eric Johnson | I appreciate how much time and effort Mr. Johnson puts into helping students grow their reading and writing skills in his 7th and 8th grade ELA classes. Mr. Johnson is so thoughtful in designing lessons that allow students to stretch their thinking about their learning and growth as readers and writers. Students learn a lot about where they are and set goals to grow their skills to meet grade-level standards. I appreciate the opportunities Mr. Johnson provides students to set goals and self-reflect in his ELA classes. Thank you Mr. Johnson! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Kieandra Koch | I appreciate the strong connections Ms. Koch develops with her students. When you walk in Ms. Koch’s class you notice that all things are student-centered. Students have jobs within the classroom and are in charge of keeping track of group points to help hold them accountable for positive behaviors and their learning in her ELA classroom. Students in Ms. Koch’s classes feel connected to Ms. Koch and they know that she cares about them and their learning. Thank you Ms. Koch! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Erin Darling | I appreciate everything Mrs. Darling does to support our students to develop positive behaviors to help them self-regulate. The skills and strategies Mrs. Darling teaches students are truly skills that students will need throughout their lives. Mrs. Darling teams with the students and their teachers to develop behavior plans that allow them to spend more time in class thus increasing their positive behaviors and ultimately their learning. The students who work with Mrs. Darling know how much she cares about them and their success at school. Thank you Mrs. Darling! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Danielle Bruno | I appreciate the tremendous amount of effort Ms. Bruno puts into our students at JMS. Ms. Bruno is kind, patient, and empathetic to all of the students she interacts with. Ms. Bruno has worked hard over the years to develop a broad range of counseling services to meet the diverse needs of our students and because of this, our students trust her. Students know that when they meet with Ms. Bruno, she will listen with kindness and help them problem-solve when needed. Thank you Ms. Bruno for all that you do to support the health of our students! |
| Mary Templeton | Kiley Harper | Thank you, Kiley, for your work to support students in your classroom every day. Your enthusiasm and positive energy have been evident every time I have been in your classroom! Thank you for serving our students! mt |
| Mary Templeton | Kaitlyn Huegli | Thank you for your tireless work to support students and to create a classroom that is engaging and filled with energy and enthusiasm. |
| David Cooke | Angie Barnes | Angie has been a welcome addition to the Jemtegaard staff this year. She makes math fun and engaging. She is so well prepared that she can answer any 6th-grade math problem that comes her way. Students feel empowered and successful in her class. We are happy you are working at Jemtegaard now, Angie. |
| David Cooke | Erin Darling | School can be challenging for students, and often, their frustrations, lack of success, or life stresses can impact their behavior. They need a champion to listen to their why, understand them, give them the time they need, and create a plan that provides them hope. Erin Darling has been that champion this year for many of our students. She has built trusting, nurturing relationships that enable students to confide in her, take risks, and provide opportunities for them to make positive decisions. Erin has worked closely with teachers to support them and help the students. Erin’s efforts have had an amazing impact on her students. Thank you so much, Erin. |
| David Cooke | Greg Lewis | Greg Lewis reminds us all in his STEM classes why hands on learning is still so important. When you walk into Greg’s class you will see students designing and building. Greg creates a space where students can experiment, fail and try again. I love seeing the resiliency and effort shown by each student. And the satisfaction on a students’ face when they are successful is GOLD! Thank you Greg for the amazing opportunities you give your students every day. |
| Mary Templeton | Brett Cox | Thank you, Brett, for your dedication to our school district. I appreciate your presence at community events as you demonstrate high value for Washougal and our school district. I am glad that we got to work together for several years and I wish you much success next year and the following years as you continue to serve students! mt |
| Mary Templeton | Jennifer Bohn | Thank you for your tireless support and passion for music and the arts in our district. I appreciate your willingness to not just serve at JMS, but your collaboration with the high school music/drama programs! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Dr. Hodapp | I appreciate the enthusiasm Dr. Hodapp brings to directing her bands and choir. It takes a tremendous amount of energy and organization to help our young musicians grow. My favorite concert to attend is the end of the year concerts where you see Dr. Hodapp’s hard work pay off. Our musicians have grown so much and they sound incredible and I can see how much joy it brings Dr. Hodapp and her students. Thank you Dr. Hodapp! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Kristina Garduque | I appreciate Kristina’s dedication to serving the diverse needs of her students. She spends countless hours ensuring that students understand their IEP goals, strengths, and areas for growth. Kristina does a great job helping her students meet their math and ELA goals. 6th grade students in Kristina’s support class learn how to be a middle school students helping them to become more independent while at school. I appreciate how Kristina offers support and guidance while teaching students how to hold themselves accountable for their learning. Thank you Ms. G for helping our students be successful at school! |
| Tiffany McCormick | Teacher Dani | I appreciate that Teacher Dani takes the time to discover what inspires our students and encourages them to explore various artistic mediums to help them grow their artistic skill-set. Teacher Dani has created a student-centered classroom where all students are safe and welcomed. Student work is proudly displayed all over the classroom which inspires students create. This year Teacher Dani and some of their students advocated for creating murals in the school. I’m so proud of the work they have done to design and create the first mural outside the gym doors at JMS. Thank you Teacher Dani for bringing art into our school and in the lives of our students! |
| Mary Templeton | Greg Lewis | Thank you, Greg, for serving our students. I appreciate your enthusiasm for your content and for students when I am in your classroom. We appreciate our excellent teachers! |
| David Cooke | Brett Cox | Thank you for advocating for students who are struggling and keeping us informed about any concerns that may arise. Your dedication to supporting our students is truly appreciated, and your efforts do not go unnoticed. |
| David Cooke | Kaitlyn Huegli | Kaitlyn took on the giant task of teaching science to all the 8th graders this year. Every day, she shows how much she cares about her students through her engaging lessons, meticulous planning, and ability to keep them in line. Kaitlyn has been a role model for PLC work. Kaitlyn’s partnership with Ryan Hooser has made a tremendous difference for Jemtegaard and Canyon Creek students. |
| David Cooke | Hillary Chapman | Hillary has worked hard this year to make the library an important part of Jemtegaard Middle School. Hillary listens to our teacher’s needs and creates lessons or provide resources to support them. She has eccellent customer service. If you need an outstanding professional development presentation for your school, then Hillary is the person to do that. Outstanding work, Hillary. |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Margaret Rice | Alex Yost | Thank you for your tireless efforts in integrating real-world applications into your lessons, preparing students for the challenges they’ll face in their careers. |
| Mark Castle | All of WHS Staff | We have had multiple students return to WHS and said the reason they returned was because Washougal’s staff is nicer, more helpful, and care more than the other school. |
| Margaret Rice | Brent Mansell | We’re all grateful for your unwavering dedication to helping students develop critical 21st-century skills like problem-solving, communication, and adaptability. |
| Misty Young | Dave Hajak | Thank you for not only being a teacher but an amazing coach that kids look up to. |
| Brian Wilde | David Duarte | Thank you for the tireless spirit you bring to students and the Musical Arts program. You go beyond teaching music, but you chase influence with students to create inquisitive and engaged young adults. |
| Les Brown | David Duarte | Thank you for looping the communication team in when there are fun things happening in your classrooms or out in the community. I love helping tell the story about the talent that your music program is cultivating. I appreciate the work you put in to help our students shine bright and learn how to perform fearlessly, whether in the cold, rain, wind, or hot sun! I appreciate you very much! |
| Margaret Rice | David Duarte | Your passion for teaching shines through in your ability to inspire students to pursue their interests and explore new opportunities. |
| Darlene Lamb | David Williams | David is always willing to change his schedule to help others, even on short notice. He makes each day of school exciting and fun. |
| Margaret Rice | Don O’Brien | Thank you for your dedication to providing students with hands-on learning experiences that bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. |
| Margaret Rice | Donna Schatz | Your innovative teaching methods engage students and ignite their curiosity, making learning both enjoyable and meaningful. |
| Don Obrien | Heather Carver | Always on top of things great positive influence with our students |
| Margaret Rice | Jason Blaesing | We’re all grateful for your commitment to promoting collaboration among students, preparing them for success in an increasingly interconnected world. |
| Mark Castle | Jennifer and Kevin Reilly | Jen and Kevin won the most spirited contest for WHS Prom / Spring spirit week. They fully participated every day in creative ways to make their class and school a better place. |
| Mark Castle | Jim Reed | Jim’s AP Government students requested an evening study session so they are gettin one. Jim is coming in from 6 – 8 pm to help them feel ready to go! |
| Aaron Hansen | John Carver | John Carver is truly an exceptional teacher whose commitment to student success shines brightly in everything he does. He consistently puts his students first, creating a nurturing environment where each student has the opportunity to thrive. John’s ability to tailor his teaching methods to meet the unique needs of every student ensures that all of his students meet his high expectations. Beyond his dedication to student success, John is also an incredible colleague, always ready to collaborate and contribute to our community. His impact is profound and appreciated by students and colleagues alike. |
| Margaret Rice | Kathy Scobba | We all appreciate your dedication to providing students with the tools and resources they need to excel in their chosen career paths. |
| Margaret Rice | Kathy Scobba | Your commitment to student success goes above and beyond, inspiring them to reach their full potential both academically and professionally. |
| Margaret Rice | Kayla Payne | Your genuine care and concern for each student’s progress and well-being create a supportive learning environment where they feel empowered to succeed. |
| Mark Castle | Kevin Reilly, Jim Reed, Scott Dizmang, Janet Grove, Elise Piet, Michael Wareham, Dave Williams, Will Baur, Brent Mansell, & Brian Anderson, | Thanks for putting your body on the line for our spirit assembly and the staff basketball game. Our students loved it. |
| Margaret Rice | Kyla Ritchey | We all appreciate your emphasis on building strong connections with students, creating a supportive learning environment where they feel valued and inspired. |
| Misty Young | Kyla Ritchey | Kyla has one of the toughest jobs at WHS! She plans dances, assemblies, spirit weeks and so much more. It’s a thankless job but she’s killing it! Wouldn’t want to work with anyone else! Thank you for being such a hard worker and being a great leader for our student leaders. |
| Margaret Rice | Lisa Bennett | Lisa is a wonderful addition to our CTE Team. Thank you for all you do for our WSD students. |
| Margaret Rice | Lisa Bennett | Thank you for being a role model of determination and perseverance, instilling these qualities in our students as they pursue their career goals. |
| Cyndi Barbur | Melissa Walker | Wonderful Counselor!! You made a huge impact on my Grandkids lives during hard times! Always going above and beyond, and really showing you care! We appreciate all you do!! |
| Lisa Bennett | Mr. Wareham | Always willing to share insight and ideas about classroom management and grading. Genuinely cares about his students growth as well as his colleagues growth. |
| Lisa Bennett | Mrs. Scobba | Her steadfastness to get seniors to complete the HSBP and her joy in celebrating students is inspiring to see. |
| Margaret Rice | Nicole Simek | Thank you for your innovative use of technology to enhance learning opportunities and prepare students for the digital age. |
| Les Brown | Rob Yee | Thank you for your work this year on Youth Arts Month and for helping students with the ESD Art Gallery process. It was so great to get to see the impressive and beautiful work your students are creating, and to have them recognized regionally for their creativity.
I love that community members who visited the art gallery are so impressed by the youth-created pieces on display, which showcases the talent that all of our art teachers are cultivating. Thank you! |
| Margaret Rice | Rose Ruff | Your passion for teaching career and technical skills shines through in your innovative lesson plans and hands-on learning experiences. |
| Margaret Rice | Tami Grant | Your unwavering support and encouragement empower students to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals, both inside and outside the classroom. |
| Misty Young | Tami Grant | Thank you for being a role model to our students and always supporting them! |
| Les Brown | Will Baur | I’ve spent time in Will’s classroom several times this year, and he is doing a great job using practical and hands-on experiments, and guest speakers, to engage students in science concepts. He works to find connections between the science standards and students’ local experience, helping them see relevance in the learning. Great job! |
| Mark Castle | William Baur | Will is always looking to bring in professionals from the community to show his students the impact of science on the professional world. |
| Connor McCroskey | Kenneth Kulk | Thank you for supporting our students as they transition into independence. Your thoughtful approach to building practical skills and supporting students towards independence is appreciated, as is your continual commitment to community partnerships. Thank you for all your hard work!!! |
| Brooke Henley | John Carver | Dr. Carver ~ Thank you for giving me confidence as a student leader. Your phenomenal commitment to our students has helped shape a whole community of leaders, team players, hard workers, teachers, and more. I appreciate you! |
| Aaron Hansen | Ryan Isaacson | This is a shout out to a remarkable teacher whose commitment to education and passion for teaching have positively impacted our district for nearly 30 years. Every day, he challenges his students not only academically but also intellectually, encouraging them to think critically and explore new perspectives. Ryan’s deep expertise in his social studies (e.g. Civics, World History, etc) enriches our students’ educational experiences and inspires them to pursue their passions. Thank you for your commitment to the WSD community! |
| Aaron Hansen | Scott Boothby | Shout out to Scott Boothby who exemplifies hard work, dedication, and a deep focus on student well-being. Each day, Scott presents engaging and innovative activities that do more than just improve student fitness; they enhance their emotional health and overall well-being. His commitment to creating a dynamic and supportive environment allows students to thrive physically and emotionally. His unwavering dedication to the Washougal School District and to fostering healthy lifestyles in our students is truly commendable. We are so grateful for his ongoing commitment and positive impact. Thank you for inspiring our students every day! |
| Aaron Hansen | Scott Dizmang | Big shout out to Scott who is a PE teacher and coach whose positive attitude and goal-oriented approach are truly infectious. With his strong interpersonal skills, he connects with each student, embracing their unique qualities and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment both in the gym and on the field. His ability to get to know his students personally not only enhances their physical activities but also bolsters their emotional well-being. His reflective and creative methods ensure that every student feels valued and motivated to reach their personal best. His dedication to enhancing the lives of all students through physical education and coaching exemplifies his commitment to the WSD community. Thank you for your relentless efforts and for truly caring about every student’s success! |
| Les Brown | Kelly Gregersen | Kelly is an outstanding teacher and amazing colleague. In the many years we have worked together, I’ve seen him cultivate such incredible talent from his students, creating learning opportunities and showcasing amazing productions for the community. He is unflappably calm and ready for anything, and he is always willing to step up and help. He brings joy to learning, reveling in his students’ success, and the pride on his face at the end of a production is so apparent. Students thrive because Kelly cares deeply for their growth, and when he challenges them to learn, they do! Thank you, Kelly! |
| Les Brown | Jay Bennett | Mr. Bennett has a passion for technology, and he is always willing to help a colleague out with ideas for how to use tech tools to improve student learning and classroom productivity. He brings a pragmatic approach to solutions and understands the work of building things out from a starting point to a finalized project, and the work needed to get most teachers to use something. I appreciate his candor and willingness to surface concerns that must be addressed for an initiative to be successful. |
| Mary Templeton | Dave Hajek | Thank you, Dave, for your dedication and service to our district. I appreciate your ability to build strong relationships with students and encourage students to get connected. Thanks for your work both in the classroom and out on the field! mt |
| Mary Templeton | David Hollingsworth | Thank you, David, for choosing to serve students with your career! We appreciate all of our teachers and thankful for you. mt |
| Mary Templeton | Britney Knotts | Thank you, Britney, for your service to our students. I enjoyed being in your classroom recently and seeing your connection with students and the supports you have in place to help each succeed. mt |
| Mary Templeton | AJ Labree | Thank you for your dedication to our district and to our students. I have very much enjoyed being in your classroom this year and also chatting with you and Tim during PLC time! I appreciate your reflective and positive approach to the work of seeing each student! mt |
| Mary Templeton | Brian Anderson | Thank you, Brian, for your dedication to our school district and your commitment to students. I appreciate your engagement with students outside of the classroom and your interest to support the WHS team. |
| Mary Templeton | Colten Fox | Thank you, Colten, for your energy and commitment to our district. I very much appreciate the work you have done to support our students and, specifically your efforts to make sure our Spanish-speaking community is seen and served. |
| Mary Templeton | Heather Carver | Heather, Thank you so much for your constant positive attitude and willingness to serve student every day in your classroom. We appreciate you very much and are thankful you chose to serve in the Washougal School District! mt |
| Mary Templeton | Janet Grove | Thank you Janet for all your work. We all enjoyed being in your classroom recently as you inspired students around concepts in science. mt |
| Mary Templeton | Rochelle Alton | Thank you for all your work to support students! I appreciate your interest in students and your dedication to our district |
| Connor McCroskey | Julie Scott | Thank you for all the work you do at the high school! Your organization, systems, and expertise help drive the special education work forward. I have appreciated working with you and look forward to the continued partnership as we move toward better supporting our secondary students. |
| Connor McCroskey | Alla Matveyenko | Thank you for working with some of our oldest learners! Your work to support their independence, relationship building, and social skills is a delight to observe and a great benefit to the students. Your hard work and dedication are noticed and appreciated!!! |
| Mary Templeton | Arali Lopez Lopez | Thank you for all your work to support students in the journey of understanding and appreciating culture and language! I appreciate your dedication and your interest in students! |
| Les Brown | David Williams | Thank you for your work with our students with disabilities. The opportunities you provide to help students find success is amazing. I also appreciate the club activities like the Unified Garden Club, which provide even more ways students can connect with each other in meaningful ways to build understanding and appreciation of differences. |
| Les Brown | Michele Mederos | I appreciate you and your compassionate care for our students. You are an amazing presence, and provide so much for students. Thank you for all you do, and happy teacher appreciation week! |
| Les Brown | Melissa Walker | Thank you for your work with this year’s seniors, and for your dedication to seeing each of them find a path to their future plan. Happy teacher appreciation week! |
| Les Brown | Michael Wareham | Thanks for all you do to serve students. I appreciate the ways you work to find creative ways to connect students with success. |
| Mark Castle | Colten Fox | I appreciate that Colten has a huge heart for students and is always willing to support them in any class at any time. His room is always open and full of students at lunch because he has created a safe and supportive classroom for all. |
| Submitter | Shout Out Recipient | Shout Out |
|---|---|---|
| Tami Culp | Rebecca Woodings | A Shout Out to Rebecca Woodings for all your hard work and dedication in the Washougal Learning Academy. I appreciate how you work closely with the WLA families and students to provide a academic program that meets the students’ needs! I also appreciate your creativity of thinking outside the box when challenges arise. Thank you for all you do in making a difference in our students’ lives at WLA Rebecca! |
