August 10-14, 2026
CODE Keeper of the Week for August 10-14: Sandra Dolan
Nomination from Ms. Briawna Johnson, Community Trails Middle School:
"I am truly blessed to work alongside Mrs. Dolan in Life Skills. She strives for excellence in everything she does, but she doesn't do it for herself. Everything she works to improve is always for the benefit of our students.
She is our students' biggest fan and advocate, always making sure that before anything else, they are middle school students first just like everyone else here.
If I can become even a little more like Mrs. Dolan, I know I am becoming a better teacher."
Other Compliments Submitted This Week
Emily Wilken
Nominator
Amy Bender
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Character
Why are you nominating this person?
Mrs. Wilken is a true asset to CISD. She has been on our campus each morning to assist with drop off at DES and she has stepped into a strong support role with helping our youngest learners navigate the first weeks of school.
She is valued and appreciated beyond measure at DES!
Stephanie Guajardo
Nominator
Joann Del Valle
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Ownership
Why are you nominating this person?
I would like to recognize Ms. Guajardo for translating and preparing the RLA slides in Spanish for our Dual Language team. Since we have not yet received the Spanish SLAR slides, her initiative and hard work have been incredibly helpful. Her support has made it much easier for us to prepare for instruction and has allowed us to be better prepared for our students. I truly appreciate her willingness to help our team. We love you Guajardo!
Carl Frietze
Nominator
April Sawyer
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Excellence
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr Frietze has always gone above & beyond to make sure he is available to the students & parents in the district. I see him directing traffic every day & immersing himself into the student body to be helpful/supportive. He has shown excellence by making sure all of my questions/concerns are always addressed. He exhibits all the traits of the CODE! Character - willingness to do the jobs that need to be done for daily operations / Ownership - showing ownership of missed communication & making sure concerns are resolved / Drive - he does everything with a smile & a joyous spirit / Excellence - he goes above/beyond to contribute to the success of the students’ experience.
Angela Pecina
Nominator
Amber White
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Excellence
Why are you nominating this person?
Angela Pecina is a true gem to our Community!! She has gone above and beyond for the High School staff by coordinating various give backs for the staff. With the High School not having a PTO, she has thrived to make sure the High School staff is being celebrated as well and allowing us all to be apart of it as well!
Other Compliments Submitted This Week
Sandi Barr
Nominator
Amanda Smith
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Ownership
Why are you nominating this person?
Coach Barr is the epitome of ownership for Dodson Elementary. Everyday you can find her making sure drop off and dismissal run smoothly. There is never a moment where she is not hustling around the school making sure any and everything are taken care of, clocking more than 13,000 steps a day!
Coach Barr also leads the students in taking ownership of the school. She is a great leader and a true asset to Dodson Elementary!
Jamarian Giddings
Nominator
Vanessa Cavett
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Character
Why are you nominating this person?
I am recognizing Jamarian for his character as a code keeper. He is a trombone section leader in the Mighty Braves Band at Community High School. He leads with enthusiasm, always smiling and bringing great energy. He makes every student feel welcomed and included. He takes care of his section and cares about their success.
Mallory Cummings
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Excellence
Why are you nominating this person?
A huge CODE Brag for Mallory Cummings for showing EXCELLENCE in so many ways! Mallory worked hard to get books and materials into the hands of our teachers, helped them navigate new curriculum, and provided guidance and support as everyone jumped into teaching and learning.
She was also right there supporting teachers through iReady testing, answering questions, problem-solving, and helping make sure everyone felt successful.
Excellence is not just doing your own job well. It is helping those around you be successful too! Mallory, thank you for jumping in wherever you are needed, supporting our teachers, and always doing what is best for our Braves. We appreciate you!
Michael Brinkley
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Excellence
Why are you nominating this person?
A huge shoutout to Mr. Brinkley for demonstrating what Excellence looks like at MES! When one of our students was having a hard day, Mr. Brinkley dropped everything to step in and support our student and staff.
He took the time to build relationships, offer thoughtful guidance, and help our student face their challenges in a positive and productive way.
Excellence isn't just about doing our jobs well, it's about going above and beyond when someone needs us most. We are so thankful to have leaders with big hearts who are willing to step in, serve alongside us, and always put kids first.
Thank you, Mr. Brinkley, for being All In for Kids and living the CODE!
Other Compliments Submitted This Week
Blake Tilton
Nominator
Evelyn Ibarra
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Drive
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr. Titlton demonstrated DRIVE by quickly reaching out to make sure I had all of the necessary apps I needed. He took the initiative to help, made sure everything downloaded correctly, and followed through to ensure I was fully set up. He was incredibly helpful, responsive, and willing to assist, which made the process so much easier for me. I really appreciated his support!
MES 5th Grade Safety Patrol
Nominator
Melanie Edwards
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Character
Why are you nominating this person?
MES's 5th Grade Safety Patrol is showing us that sometimes the biggest hearts belong to our kids!
These Braves have been getting to school early to help students out of cars and start their mornings with a friendly face. But what has made me the proudest are the little moments.
They have dried tears, given hugs, and walked some of our littlest Braves into school when they just needed someone beside them to help them feel safe.
Our younger students truly look up to our Safety Patrol, and seeing the hugs they give them each morning is absolutely precious!
Character is how we treat others, especially when they need us most. Our 5th graders are leading by example and showing that being a leader starts with kindness and a caring heart.
Way to go, Safety Patrol! We are so proud of you!
Jessica Hungerford
Nominator
Chris Brott
Which Pillar was this person exhibiting?
Ownership
Why are you nominating this person?
This year brought several new faces and new roles to our office, admin team and while each has done a tremendous job, Mrs. Hungerford, an Air Force veteran has stepped into the front office, the first face our students, families, and visitors see and absolutely owned the role.
Taking on countless new responsibilities, she embraced every challenge with initiative, professionalism, and a willingness to learn. From communicating effectively with staff and families to keeping the front office running smoothly and efficiently, she has handled it all with confidence, grace, and a genuine smile.
Thank you for your commitment to serving our CTMS community with excellence every single day. Your positive attitude, ownership, and dedication have made an incredible impact, and we’re grateful to have you as part of the CTMS family!