August 26-30, 2024
The Brave of the Week - August 26-30 - Lindsey Lindner
The Brave of the Week for August 26-30, 2024 is ... Lindsey Lindner of Ellis Elementary!
Mrs. Lindsey Lindner, Campus Secretary of Ellis Elementary, is the Brave of the Week for August 26-30. She was nominated by Mrs. Lindsey Hedge, a parent and volunteer in the District. Mrs. Hedge's original nomination is copied below.
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Humble
Why are you nominating this person?
Ms. L is a huge blessing to Ellis Elementary. She has dove in feet first, and has not looked back. Her passion for serving others is selfless and humble. Her drive and dedication to her campus and the love she has for the staff and students really shows. Ms. L really works hard every day, both in the campus and off campus to make sure that everything runs smooth.
Other Brags Submitted This Week
Misty Bass - Passionate
Nominator
Bailey Szarzynski
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Misty Bass worked hard on getting all the students registered and ready for their first day of school. She shows up everyday with such passion for what she does and is ready to get down to business. She always has a smile on her face and knowns every single students name. We are so lucky to have her on our team here at Roderick Elementary. Thank you Misty! You are so loved!
Megan Fine - Generous
Nominator
Joanne McAlear
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Megan is all the traits of a brave, her position holds a lot of responsibility. Megan explains things in a way that even a non-financial person can understand, and she is kind and funny. Thank you Megan for always being so understanding.
Aubrey Williams - Passionate
Nominator
Kerrie McMaster
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
I am so thankful for Mrs. Williams! Her passion for the students shines! She is always smiling and she makes my daughters mornings smooth and her day brighter!
Stephanie Baughier - Passionate
Nominator
Kerrie McMaster
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
We are thankful for Ms. Baughier! Her passion for the students shows each morning and she makes my daughter's day more joyful!
Carl Frietze - Passionate
Nominator
Danay Freeman
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr. Frietze has been an amazing and active advocate for students from the very beginning. I’ve always seen this even while helping at the HS. Now in his new role as Principal it’s very clear that his heart is for the students. My son comes home and apparently even in class will say he has the BEST principal ever. That warms my heart. Thank you for making sure all students feel included and seen.
Shelby Honeycutt - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Honeycutt was generous with her time by volunteering at McClendon during lunch. She was brave and helped open many milk bottles and other items. Thank you for supporting our littles' having a great lunch.
Dr. Amber Hope - Passionate
Nominator
Lindsey Hedge
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
I have seen the passion behind Dr Hope's WHY. I have seen her daily, in the hall during passing time visiting with students, genuinely wanting to get to know them. Her passion and her dedication to her role has really shown in a big way. There is a very positive atmosphere at CTMS and I am so excited for the staff and students of this campus!
Lee Ann Powell - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Powell gave up her time to help cover lunch duty at MES. She spent time with students and helped open many different lunch items. The students loved getting to know her and seeing her smile during lunch!
Terry Buse - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr. Buse gave up his time to help cover lunch duty at MES. He spent time getting to know kids and helping clean up spills. The kids even think he is Mr. Clean!
Ashley Johnson - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Ms. Johnson gave up her time to help cover lunch duty at MES. She took time to say hi to students and help them as needed. She was a shining light on the campus.
Melanie Cottongame - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Cottongame came down to her former campus to help with lunch duty. The students were so excited to see and share their stories with her. Thank you for being generous with your time.
Russ Fenton - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Russ stopped at MES to help when we needed extra hands in the lunchroom. He stepped in, gave high fives, sat, and talked about sports. The kids had so much fun talking to him.
Lynna Casiano - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Casiano came in and helped with our kindergarten and prek lunch. She opened a lot of milk and helped them with their trash.
Linda Sanchez - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Sanchez was generous with her time by helping MES during lunch. She was willing to push the trash can to collect trash, help students open all the items, and pass out napkins and utensils. She was patient and helped all our students have a great lunch.
JoAnna Funkhouser - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
JoAnna stepped in to help at MES during lunch duty. She was so sweet to help, so our students had a wonderful lunch.
Idamarie Calderon - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Ida was so sweet to come in and help during our lunches at MES. She loved getting to help the students, and they loved her kind heart and giving spirit.
Addison Helms - Generous
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Addison volunteered to help at lunch duty. She was sweet and gave up some time to learn about lunch duty and how to help our students, as she wanted to learn about the school dynamics before becoming a sub.
Marley Wafford - Passionate
Nominator
Harper Nalls
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Passionate
Why are you nominating this person?
Marley is so helpful, she will do almost anything to help a friend out. She walks into school everyday with a bright smile. It is an honor to be her friend. She is passionate, and very helpful! She spreads love to those around her. Marley’s passion shines through in everything she does at school. Whether she’s tackling a challenging project or preparing for a big presentation, she approaches each task with unwavering determination and enthusiasm. Her never-give-up attitude is inspiring to her peers and teachers alike.
Her honesty and intelligence set her apart, making her a trusted and reliable student. Marley’s smart problem-solving skills and quick thinking help her excel in her studies, while her humor and wit bring a lighthearted touch to her interactions with others. Her ability to stay organized allows her to manage her time effectively, balancing academics with extracurricular activities.