February 2025
Board of Education/Bus Depot/Delisle Options Center/IT/Millikin: Patrice Martin-Bonner
Patrice has a special ability to connect with people, making everyone feel heard and valued. This is especially evident in how she supports families who call in frustrated—she listens, reassures them, and turns the conversation into a positive experience. Patrice also makes it a priority to check in on her team and look for ways to use her strengths to better support everyone. I feel so lucky to work with her, and our team is better because of her dedication, kindness, and problem-solving skills.
Boulevard: George Watters
George is attentive, very helpful to staff, very involved, and has a wonderful personality. He keeps our building looking and smelling amazing, and we all appreciate him!
Canterbury: Loretta Heard
Ms. Heard should be recognized as a Tiger Team Member of the month for her excellent support of her 1-on-1 student. She is caring and patient. She takes time to work with her student and supports the rest of the classroom along the way. Ms. Heard is always friendly and helpful, and is just an all-around great person.
Fairfax: Rochelle Klein
Rochelle is an incredible teacher and wonderful colleague to work with. Her genuine love for her students is evident, and she has created a warm, bright, and welcoming environment for all who enter her classroom.
Gearity: Deja Murray
Deja is very creative and is always willing to find ways to support the building in special projects. She has been instrumental in organizing Black History Month displays, staff team building games, and materials to help Gearity students grow. She is very responsive to staff needs when addressing student attendance. She knows every student by name and shows her genuine care for them by helping them problem solve, setting and maintaining reasonable limits for behavior in a differently structured environment, and sharing humor with them.
Heights High: Keith Newman
Keith is an "unsung hero" of Tiger Nation. He does tons of work that largely goes unseen by the general school population. Keith has been especially busy this month with Fairfax Cabaret, the Superintendent's State of our Schools, high school concerts, Black History Month celebrations, a film festival, and more. All of these events have gone on without any issue, with only Keith and his stage crew made up of students. That success rate is a testament to Keith's abilities, knowledge, and profound contributions.
Monticello: Genevieve McDougal
Ms. McDougal is the glue that keeps the 6th grade team together. She is incredibly structured, detail-oriented, and focused on aligning her team with Monticello’s initiatives and goals. Whether it’s about student support, instructional planning, or school-wide expectations, she leads with clarity, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to both her colleagues and students. Beyond her leadership, Ms. McDougal brings engaging and thoughtful instruction to her Social Studies classroom, helping students connect history to the world around them. She sets high expectations and provides the structure and support for her students to thrive.
Noble: Erik Rozsa
Erik has been so helpful in his coaching and building additional resources to support me as a teacher. I feel the coaching has been beneficial in helping me learn more about the standards of the district.
Oxford: Deidre Murray
Deidre is the heartbeat of our front office—always helpful to everyone, providing top-notch customer service, and handling every situation with grace and professionalism. No matter how busy the day gets, she never gets rattled and ensures that everything runs smoothly for our staff, students, and families. Her dedication and positive attitude make a huge impact at Oxford every single day!
Rox El: Sonya Howell
Sonya is always willing to help! She does a great job of working with her students, even when they are experiencing a challenging situation.
Rox Mid: Quinci Teer
Quinci is a valuable contributor and member of the Rox Mid family. She is relational, solution oriented, and a team player. Students often say how engaging her science class is and how much fun they have while learning. Quinci serves on our BLT and always provides an insightful perspective. Community is the heart of who Quinci is. A question she often poses at meetings is "how can we partner with our community?".
December 2024/January 2025BOE/Bus Depot/Delisle/IT/Millikin: Lunetta Clark - Confidential Administrative Assistant, Business & Operations
Lunetta continues to be a valuable asset to the Business & Operations Department. She helps manage millions of dollars that support Business, Transportation, Food Service, District & Building Operations. Her work touches every school and ensures our District runs smoothly.
Boulevard: Raiven Davis - Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Raiven brings genuine kindness, patience, and calmness to school each day. She truly has a positive spirit. She takes initiative in helping the teacher prepare and initiate lessons and in guiding students, providing a strong support for the entire classroom.
Canterbury: Amy Miracle - Third Grade Teacher
Amy had her students write thank you notes to the school neighbors. It was such a hit that I read about it on an unexpected social media thread. Neighbors were thrilled to hear from students, and the connection to the community was appreciated. Amy is a fantastic teacher who cares about the community as well as the school. She’s a pleasure as a co-worker as well.
Fairfax: Mary Catherine Knight - Gifted Intervention Specialist
Mary Catherine Knight is a positive addition to the Fairfax staff. She is a pleasant individual who welcomes collaboration and shares ideas and resources. Mary Catherine is professional, motivated, and hard-working. I appreciate having her as a member of our grade-level team.
Gearity: Angela Hoang - Second Grade Teacher
Mrs. Hoang is an innovative and supportive teacher who works to ensure her students are prepared to master grade level standards. She helped select our new math curriculum and has worked with the curriculum team to implement the program at the elementary level. Mrs. Hoang is an active participant on our BLT as the 2nd grade team leader.
Heights High: Willie Newton - Dean of Students
Coach Newton’s commitment to the students of Heights High is truly exceptional. As both a coach and Dean of Students, he consistently goes above and beyond to support the growth and well-being of the entire school community. In his role as Dean, he plays a vital part in fostering a positive and inclusive environment, managing student discipline with fairness and empathy, and ensuring that students feel heard and respected. Coach Newton is also deeply involved in organizing school events and supporting students through personal challenges. His dedication to their success makes him an invaluable asset to CHHS.
Monticello: Kay Milkie - Instructional Coach
Kay has been an unwavering pillar of support for the teachers at Monticello Middle School. Her commitment to empowering educators has significantly enhanced classroom practices, driving improved outcomes for both teachers and students. Kay’s leadership in the Clarity Cohorts has been transformative. She has supported teachers in aligning their instructional strategies with evidence-based practices. Additionally, Kay has been an invaluable resource during this year’s MAP Testing. She not only coordinated make-up testing sessions but also worked closely with teachers to ensure they fully understood score reports and could interpret data to inform their instruction. Her collaborative spirit, problem-solving mindset, and unwavering dedication make her a vital member of Monticello Middle School.
Noble: Ernestine Underwood - Preschool Paraprofessional
Mrs. Underwood always goes over and above for her PreK students. She makes sure they feel loved from the time they walk into the building by making sure that they have eaten breakfast and that they have the things they need to start their day, until they leave each day by giving them a warm goodbye. You can tell that she has a heart for all of our children.
Oxford: Bridgette Bondarenko -Title I Lead Teacher
As the Title I Lead, Bridgette works tirelessly to organize learning environments where no learning gaps exist. She often sees issues that arise in the building and solves them on her own before being asked. Bridgette loves Oxford and truly believes in our students.
Rox El: Conrad Steward - School Counselor
Mr. Steward has been so willing to help in anyway he can. He is an excellent teammate and we are lucky to have him!
Rox Mid: Hannah Gilson - EL Paraprofessional
Hannah is an incredible asset to our building and district. A CH-UH graduate, Hannah has returned to Roxboro to assist our EL population. She translates assignments, passages and assessments for any teacher to use in the building, no questions asked. Hannah is someone who can be relied on, and is truly just such a delight to have in the classroom (just as she was when I had her in my class when she was in 6th grade!).
November 2024
BOE/Bus Depot/Delisle/IT/Millikin: Rebecca McDonald - Data and Assessment Specialist
Becky guides staff on how to use student assessment data in thoughtful, purposeful ways. Recently, she gave us great instruction on how to navigate the Centralized Reporting System. I can already see how her lessons are helping our staff grow in this part of the work.
Boulevard: Beth Provitt - Special Education Paraprofessional
Ms. Provitt is new to Boulevard, but she has truly been an asset to the school and especially the students. She is reliable, punctual, and willing to help out in anyway that she can. I have observed how she works with the students and the positive effect that she has on them.
Canterbury: Monica Michael - Special Education Paraprofessional
Ms. Michael has developed a terrific relationship with her students. She is a caring paraprofessional who truly works hard to help her students succeed. She is a team player inside and outside the classroom, offering help whenever she can with whomever may need it. Her laugh is contagious, and she brings such kindness to our school community.
Fairfax: Michael Green - Special Education Paraprofessional
This is Michael's first year working at Fairfax, and he is already making a difference. There are many children who look up to him. We are blessed to have someone who can relate to so many kids here.
Gearity: Deborah Buckley - Intervention Specialist
Debbie is a fantastic colleague to work with. I have seen students thrive in her room because of the structure she has in place and the care and kindness she shows them. She is also willing to help coordinate staff social activities to bring our team together.
Heights High: Melha Woods - French Teacher
Madame Woods always provides a quiet place for students during all of her breaks. She is constantly looking out for her colleagues and she is always positive, making the workplace such a pleasant place to be!
Monticello: Stephanie Jackson - Special Education Paraprofessional
Mrs. Jackson has a good heart and cares about our students. On any day, you can find her in the hallways assisting students and teachers as needed. In the classroom, Mrs. Jackson works with students of all abilities and helps them build skills for life. Mrs. Jackson has what it takes to get the job done at Monticello and does it everyday.
Noble: Pam Wynn - Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Ms. Wynn possesses a natural ability to connect with young children and create a nurturing, supportive, and engaging learning environment. She takes care of the whole child, ensuring they all have hats and coats and watching over them at breakfast. It is her first year with us and it's like she has been with us all along.
Oxford: Jaime Kanengeiser - Fifth Grade Teacher
This is Mrs. K's first year as a classroom lead teacher and she's brand new to the District. Mrs. K has come into 5th grade and made amazing connections with our students and families, and she is never afraid of a challenge! She pivots her classroom management to fit the needs of her students. She brings so much sunshine to Oxford!
Rox El: Gayle Barodofsky - Breakfast & Lunch Non-Paraprofessional
Gayle is very personable and fair when working with the students. She goes out of her way to get them treats for special occasions and checks in on them when they are having a bad day. She is also a tutor in my classroom during the morning. I couldn't meet all the diverse needs I have this year without her!
Rox Mid: Almad Allen - Dean of Students
Mr. Allen has joined us this year as the Dean of Students. He brings a refreshing attitude and genuine willingness to help the students and staff be successful. He is kind, respectful and dependable. He's also a Rox Mid alum, and his Tiger Nation pride shines through!
October 2024
BOE/Bus Depot/Millikin: Chayla Barnes - Administrative Assistant
Chayla is a college student who works part time at the Board, helping with special projects and at the front desk with customer service. She is hard-working, professional, and always willing to help. I am continuously impressed by her drive and her ability to balance her college responsibilities with her work here. We love working with you, Chayla!
Boulevard: Cindy Baldauf - Intervention Specialist
Cindy is a great resource in our building. She is always willing to help with students. She goes above and beyond, with not only her special education students but all students. She has also scheduled wonderful grade appropriate field trips for the entire building. Cindy also helps run the Girls on the Run club for 4th and 5th grade students. Cindy is a great team player.
Canterbury: DeAndre Holt - Special Education Paraprofessional
DeAndre is a new paraprofessional at Canterbury and has already made an incredible impact. He makes the students in our classroom feel not only accepted, but celebrated and loved. He knows how to balance challenging our students along with providing the necessary support. He is patient, kind, and inclusive 100% of the time. We are so thankful to have Mr. Holt at Canterbury!
Delisle/IT: Nikia Black - IT Support Specialist
Nikia is a fantastic problem solver and extremely knowledgeable, but perhaps even more importantly, she approaches her work with the customer at the front and center. She is always eager to help staff so that they are prepared to meet the needs of their students. During times of staff transition, Nikia has been a consistent positive force in the department.
Fairfax: Allison Factor - Intervention Specialist
Allison is a phenomenal teacher. She is energetic, kind, empathetic, and optimistic - the perfect blend of characteristics for her position. Allison is an ally to her students, always invested in their physical and emotional safety and ready to advocate for their needs. She brings a positive but down-to-earth energy to her classroom and it has been a joy working with her this year!
Gearity: Rayna Fomby & LaTraceyona Cameron - Special Education Paraprofessionals
The teacher Rayna and Tracey work with had a medical emergency and went out on extended leave. Rayna and Tracey ensured that the students in their classroom never missed a beat. They worked with the substitute to keep a consistent routine in place and ensured that the curriculum was followed. Most importantly, they ensured that the individual needs of all of the students were met and that the children felt connected while they were at school. The substitute went out of her way to share how wonderful it was to work with them and how professional the team was.
Heights High: Michael Thornton - Cleaner
I had the pleasure of working with Michael this year. Michael has worked for this district for over three decades, only missing one day. The one day he missed was not his fault. He was ready and willing to come to work that day, but there was a blizzard, and his transportation van couldn't come pick him up. He’s a great worker, eager to help out whenever and wherever needed. Michael is a true Tiger Team Member.
Monticello: Matthew Minnillo - Social Studies Teacher
Mr. Minnillo stands outside every morning ensuring students safely arrive in the building, but one October morning, I saw something that warmed my heart. During hail and a heavy rain storm, Mr. Minnillo was using his personal umbrella to cover students' heads as they entered the building. This gesture, though seemingly small, shows the kindness Mr. Minnillo shows towards his students. It is no wonder he is adored by his students.
Noble: Monita Chancellor - Kindergarten Paraprofessional
I am recommending Monita for her dedication to her job. This encompasses looking after all our scholars, current and past. She can be seen working with students to problem solve, give them advice, or help them make adjustments. Monita is a leader amongst other professionals as she shows up on time every day and stays late to help her cooperating teacher work things out. She has a perfect disposition for working with children and can be spotted playing with them and helping them grow. Noble Kindergarten is lucky to have Monita!
Oxford: Kim Anderson - Security Monitor
Kim is always willing to help. She is our security monitor, but she does a lot more. If you need help with a student, she is there. If the hallway lines are too loud, she is there to help. Kim is very professional and detailed, and the Oxford family really appreciates her. She is also a great relationship builder with our students. All the students want to talk to her. Kim deserves recognition for her efforts.
Rox El: Romina Berardinelli - Spanish Teacher
Ms. Berardinelli is one of the most gifted Specialists we have ever seen at Roxboro Elementary School. She brings the teaching, and the students' learning, of Spanish to a completely different academic level of engagement. Ms. Berardinelli dresses in costumes, she sings, she dances, and she engages the children in a fun-filled lesson each time they enter her classroom. This is what learning should look like: engagement and fun! The children at Roxboro Elementary School absolutely love Spanish class thanks to her incredible efforts. She is truly Magnifica!
Rox Mid: Dionne Morrison - ALC Ancillary
Ms. Morrison has one of the toughest jobs in ALE, but she makes it look easy. She consistently gets work from teachers for her students in ALE. Students returning from ALE have not missed content thanks to Ms. Morrison, which is huge in helping both teachers and students feel supported. While students are in ALE, she holds them accountable for both their work and conduct, while also creating a safe space with consistent routines and procedures for students to successfully reflect on their behavior and make positive steps forward. This is extra difficult to do when her student body changes daily, but Ms. Morrison has built community within her room. We are lucky to have Ms. Morrison at Rox Mid!
September 2024
BOE/Bus Depot/Millikin: Sharon Rohler - EMIS Coordinator
Sharon's exceptional attention to detail and her ability to consider all factors in a situation make her an invaluable asset to the Data Department and CH-UH School community. Sharon consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every project is executed flawlessly. Her meticulous approach and careful consideration of potential challenges have helped us avoid numerous pitfalls and maintain a high level of quality in our work. Sharon is truly our team's 'safety net'. Her dedication to the district and expertise in state reporting and Infinite Campus have significantly impacted our team's productivity and success.
Boulevard: Genevieve Kenealy - Fifth Grade Teacher
Genevieve is new to Boulevard and our district. Genevieve is genuinely warm and caring, which allows her to reach the hearts and minds of all students. Her academics are creative and strong, encompassing various strategies that keep students on their toes learning. So happy Genevieve is a part of our Boulevard family!
Canterbury: Mariah Lightfoot - ALC Ancillary
While Mariah is new to Canterbury, she has already made such an impact. She is willing to help with students who are struggling and get to know them on a deeper level, creating rapport and trust.
Delisle/TVA/IT: Ed Stair - Assistant Custodian
Ed was instrumental in helping to get the Heights Family Resource Center at Delisle opened. He responded to requests, ensured that the facility was clean and in good-repair, and always greeted us with "let me know if there's anything else you need."
Fairfax: Traci Adeen - First Grade Teacher
Traci is so helpful, always willing to support and assist when needed. Anytime I need help with anything, she is there to give advice, knowledge, or her experience on it. A fabulous teacher, her care & concern for her students is unmatched.
Gearity: Brian Stern - Art Teacher
Mr. Stern always plans developmentally appropriate and engaging art activities for his students. He supports school activities, like marching in the homecoming parade or 5th grade sendoff, with creative designs. Mr. Stern will tutor students on his pre-K day and is willing to lead art enrichment activities. He has been a member of the BLT for over three years and gives valuable input on our building processes.
Heights High: Kim Sudduth - Administrative Assistant
She is an all-around kind, dedicated educator and assistant. I see her inspire students and staff alike, and she is always willing to step in and help.
Monticello: Shirley Fuller - Cleaner
Shirley always has a positive attitude when she is at work. She is friendly and very attentive to the details of her role. She is a very upbeat and joyful employee who not only does her job well but brings happiness to others. She is an asset to the district.
Noble: Carol Perison-Wilson - AVI Food Service Worker
Carol is an unassuming superhero in the cafeteria. She takes time to get to know all of the students and always welcomes them with a smile. On several occasions, I have seen Carol assist students by paying attention to their needs, helping them have a great start to their day.
Oxford: Caitlyn Klesta - Fourth Grade Teacher
I am a first-year teacher, new to CH-UH, and Caitlyn has gone out of her way to help me navigate all parts of a new school year. Though we do not teach the same grade, she has shared resources, insight on students, and her time to make certain I have a successful year!
Rox El: Karen Willmitch - Intervention Specialist
Ms. Willmitch is a great team member who is fun to work with! She goes above and beyond to help the teachers of the students she supports.
Rox Mid: Kristen Leonard - Intervention Specialist
Ms. Leonard should be recognized because of her tenacity and resilience that she brings to the work environment. She has taken on a dual role this year in co-teaching and simultaneously working in the ED unit. This school year has began with a smooth transition due to Ms. Leonard providing a welcoming, safe learning environment.