April 21-25, 2025
Braves of the Week - April 21-25 - Marcia Coker & Julie Sands
Our Braves of the Week are Marcia Coker and Julie Sands!
They were nominated by McClendon principal Melanie Edwards. When the air conditioning wasn’t working just before a Pre-K performance, these two Community ISD superstars jumped into action! Thanks to their quick thinking and determination, everything was back up and running — just in time for our littlest Braves to shine on stage … and stay cool while doing it!
Thank you so much for your nomination Mrs. Edwards, and congratulations to Mrs. Coker and Mrs. Sands on being named the Braves of the Week!
Other Brags Submitted This Week
Bryan Ladd - Generous
Nominator
Amy Romero
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Huge shout out to Mr. Ladd for being so generous with his time and coming to read to our 4th grade dual language class! Your visit made the day extra special, and the students were all smiles. Thank you for supporting our classroom and showing our kids the power of stories and community!
Carl Frietze - Passionate
Nominator
April Sawyer
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr Freizte has gone above & beyond to answer every concern/question I have had this school year. He is a fantastic principal who personally takes the time to make sure each student/staff member is succeeding. We need more administrators like him!
Braves Center Staff & Students - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
This week, the Braves Center opened its doors for a special Open House, and it was nothing short of inspiring! Staff had the opportunity to tour the center, learn more about the fantastic work happening inside, and connect with the incredible students and team who make it all possible.
Our Braves Center students shined brightly as they greeted visitors, led tours, shared their personal journeys, and even created a custom soda experience that added a fun and memorable touch!
It was a powerful reminder of the strength, growth, and heart within the Braves Center. Thank you to the dedicated staff and phenomenal students for showcasing the greatness happening every day in this space. We are so proud of all you do!
Makenize Sawyer - Generous
Nominator
April Sawyer
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Makenzie went above expectations to help kids in Coach Mac's interventional math class for 6th grade two weeks ago.
Layal Alfayoumi - Humble
Nominator
Alyssa Johnson
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Humble
Why are you nominating this person?
She is ALWAYS putting people before herself. She is always so kind and there whenever you need someone.
Karunya Elankumaran - Humble
Nominator
Brynnly Lewis
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Humble
Why are you nominating this person?
Karunya is an intelligent and humble girl. She never disrupts the class and always scores high with grades. She helps anyone with anything, which includes helping people when filming in AV Production class and supporting people with help on assignments by guiding them through it. She is a great friend and an extremely nice student.
Ayman Alhussein - Passionate
Nominator
Bob Johnson
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
This past month he has been so passionate about helping others and having fun and playing soccer.