Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Notre Dame Heroes #20
Heroes are always ready with a solution. They think on their feet and are prepared for any situation.
Dorris Huff comes to school prepared for anything. She is amazing at adapting to any problem that may occur during the day. She is patient, kind, and compassionate toward all of our students and staff. Her love of people shines through her every action, and it is her generous spirit that serves as a spectacular reminder of the Notre Dame Mission. With a cheerful heart, she never hesitates to volunteer for extra service or to help out those less fortunate in the community. Not only is Dorris a wonderful teacher, but she represents her faith through her words and deeds. She is a model of service and kindness and a true Notre Dame Hero.
Notre Dame Heroes #19
Heroes are listeners. They respond well to input and use it to better not only themselves, but those around them. They are those who treat criticism as sources for new ideas.
Newton Buliva is always smiling. His presence exudes a quiet, confident joy that easily fills the halls of The Notre Dame School. Our students love and respect Newton for his knowledge and teaching ability. He is the consummate job coach, patient, understanding, and analytical. With a wealth of experience, Newton instructs his students with the future in constant focus. He preaches independence and self-determination. A kind and giving man, Newton represents Notre Dame and is a true Notre Dame Hero.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Storage Closet Wars: Notre Dame
In the course of a year, there are storage closets that become so filled with clutter that they are sold on the open market. This is Storage Closet Wars: Notre Dame!
Come to the Notre Dame Art/Talent Show on March 1st! It's better than spending ANOTHER Friday Night watching ANOTHER Storage Wars Marathon!
We'll See You There!
Come to the Notre Dame Art/Talent Show on March 1st! It's better than spending ANOTHER Friday Night watching ANOTHER Storage Wars Marathon!
We'll See You There!
Notre Dame Heroes #18
Heroes are full of practical ideas. They have the ability to say “this will work” or “this won’t work.” They use their judgment to create an environment where everyone can find and sustain success.
Heroes are full of practical ideas. They have the ability to say “this will work” or “this won’t work.” They use their judgment to create an environment where everyone can find and sustain success.
Kae Stanley has done a remarkable job of creating an environment where students can learn and implement vocational skills that will further them in life. Her proficiency at developing practical solutions is necessary to forming classes which are able capable of displaying their abilities in the community. With her experience in the workforce, she offers advice that truly works. Kae has a kind spirit and is a joy to work with. All of her marvelous talents make her a real Notre Dame Hero.
Notre Dame Heroes #17
Heroes are problem solvers. They use all of their resources to ensure that everything runs smoothly. They are the ballasts keeping everything grounded.
Heroes are problem solvers. They use all of their resources to ensure that everything runs smoothly. They are the ballasts keeping everything grounded.
Carmen Fernandez is part of the foundation of Notre Dame. It is her wisdom and integrity that represent the ideals Notre Dame was built upon. She is a source of advice and the liaison between the DFW community and our job training program. Her patience and persistence has led to full time job placement for many of Notre Dame’s vocational and post-graduate students and is a clear indicator of Carmen’s ability to teach life-long job skills. She is a proponent for self-determination and treats each student with dignity and kindness. As a leader, Carmen has the skills to teach and work with staff in the development of current and effective methods of job instruction. Her winning personality and calm demeanor make her a valuable advisor to both staff and students. It is her incredible problem solving skills that make Carmen a true Notre Dame Hero.
Notre Dame Heroes #16
Heroes possess the ability to energize those around them with a zest for life. They are driven by creative and new ideas and take great delight in sharing their ideas with those around them.
Heroes possess the ability to energize those around them with a zest for life. They are driven by creative and new ideas and take great delight in sharing their ideas with those around them.
Mary Whirley has been a whirlwind of new ideas and creative energy since becoming a part of the Notre Dame family. Her brilliant ideas have been not only been massive successes in her own classroom, but have been adapted and used by many other teachers. Despite having such innovation, she is willing to learn and always interested in the ideas of others. Whether it is teaching reading, demonstrating exercises in health class, or laying out another awesome yearbook, Mary has all of the qualities of a Notre Dame Hero.
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