February 2-6, 2026
Brave of the Week - Rachel Zahradnik - February 2-6, 2026
Nomination from Amaree Saucedo, CTMS student:
"Mrs. Zahradnik works patiently with kids who struggle with math, meeting them where they are without judgment. She never rushes them or makes them feel small for not understanding right away. Instead, she listens, encourages questions, and celebrates even the smallest progress.
Mrs. Zahradnik stays humble about her own knowledge and is always willing to try a new way of explaining things. Her calm presence helps kids feel safe enough to keep trying. Through her steady support, they begin to believe in themselves again."
Don’t forget to nominate a Brave for next week's honors! We reveal our winner on the Community ISD Facebook page and here on our website every Thursday at 8 a.m.
Other Brags Submitted This Week
Ellyette Franklin
Nominator
Audrey Burns
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
I love how she always helps others up, and she respects her parents, her teachers, her friends, and I love how she normally invites people on the playground to come and play with her friends and her if she sees them sitting alone bored out of their mind and not doing anything.
Lucas Martinez
Nominator
Perla Piedra
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Lucas has been working hard toward his goals. He set clear math goals and consistently put in the effort to meet his objectives. He works diligently in math class, and as his teacher, I can’t wait to see what else he accomplishes.
Brody Ross
Nominator
Ender Klein and Family
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Encore! Encore!
Mr. Brody Ross, Ellis Elementary music teacher, put on a show to remember on 1/22 with the 2nd grade Beatles showcase. Lights, audio, video, instruments, and FOG?! This guy knows how to channel passion into PERFORMANCE! The kids were ALL engaged and participating- he has clearly been doing a fantastic job of planting the seed of music in his classroom! Adults and children in the audience were captivated! The hard work of inspiring an entire GRADE LEVEL and introducing them to classic artists like The Beatles should not go unnoticed! Mr. Ross deserves a round of STANDING ovation!!
Other Brags Submitted This Week
Michael Osborne
Nominator
Evelyn Ibarra
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Michael deserves recognition because he has made thoughtful choices, worked hard, and worked through stressful situations. He encouraged peers and took responsibility for his actions. He showed growth this week and it is something to be proud of.
Parker Reagan
Nominator
Elizabeth Jones
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Parker hes been going through alot with ADHD diagnosis and taking a new medication. He has been trying very hard in school and at home with his reading. We are so proud of him!
Maddie Murray
Nominator
Bryn Fowler
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Maddie is always happy and prepared to come to school and she has the best attitude in class.She is always there for someone how needs a pencil or a piece of paper she always shows the definition of a brave.She is a great role model for edge middle school and it means the world to me that I can call her my best friend forever.