Kudos to P. E. Coaches at Alicia R. Chacon Int'l School!

Great job on Catch Night! Thank you for inviting parents to join their kids to learn about healthy eating and exercise habits. My kids and I had a lot of fun. And I know many other families did too. Keep up the great work!

Mairsol Rivera

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Kudos to Ester Brito at Del Valle ES!

Thank you for EVERYTHING that you do for the staff, the kids, and the parents! From clean ups to consoling students, you do it all! You rock!

Anonymous

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Kudos to Scotsdale ES Volunteers!

The Scotsdale Volunteers do an amazing job! They are organized, friendly, and always there to help with anything! Thank you so much for all you do for our students and school!

Leslie Spencer

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Kudos to Esther Gray from Del Valle ES!

Esther thank you for always going above and beyond your duties. You always help without hesitation and it doesn't go unnoticed! You rock!

Anonymous

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Kudos to Lourdes Hinojosa, Principal at Loma Terrace ES!

We would like to recognize Mrs. Hinojosa for her hard work and amazing dedication to the SSALT units. On behalf of our team, we want to say THANK YOU for all that you do!

Jacob Valles and Jesus Pena

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Kudos to Mercedes Carrillo at Eastwood Middle School!

My latest assignment requires me to travel to three different campuses to interview students. Unfortunately, since I am unfamiliar with many personnel, I've been unable to make direct contact with them. Fortunately, Mercedes was able to make the contact and deliver my documents. Thank you Mercedes, for your excellence!

John Eyberg

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Kudos to Carmen Seda and Mario Lucero, Social Studies Instructional Specialists! 

Carmen and Mario planned and executed a wonderful "Make and Take" session for 6th and 7th grade Social Studies teachers! The material was excellent and will help our students be successful in the coming unit. It also helped me get ideas for subsequent units. Thank you so much!

Deborah Merritt

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Kudos to AREA at Alicia R. Chacon Int'l School!

Great Job on your presentation for STAAR, TELPAS, and testing. Enjoyed learning!

Elizabeth Sunderland

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Kudos to Special Needs Staff at Eastwood Heights ES!

I would like to recognize the special needs teachers at Eastwood Heights Elementary. For the first time in my years at Transportation as a bus monitor, the teachers at this school are working together with us as a team for the benefit of our students. Both teachers and assistants really make a difference in the lives of the children. Great job and keep it up.

Elsa Salmeron

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Kudos to Parkland area schools!

Hooray for the Parkland area schools in their great support during the homecoming weekend, especially the parade. The floats, costumes, festivities, and community support is always over the TOP! GO Parkland!

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to South Loop ES Custodians!

Our custodians are the finest! We appreciate you always.

Rosa Lozoya

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Kudos to Wendy Banegas at Presa ES!

Mrs. Banegas is providing service excellence at Presa Elementary. She is providing complimentary popcorn to our campus visitors and/or parents on Fridays. Keep up the great work.

Alex Camack

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Kudos to Dana Boyd at East Point ES!

There you go again, putting the Ysleta District and the city of El Paso on the map. Congratulations on your recent appointment and newest honor of recognition! You go Girl!

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to Lulu Petrosky at Human Resources!

Excellent job in keeping up with our staffing needs. You have been doing an outstanding job in helping us stay correctly staffed. The Transportation Department is truly thankful for your SERVICE EXCELLENCE standard.

Mario Gomez

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Kudos to Gaby Hernandez in the Accounting Office!

Gaby, It's incredible how often you go above and beyond to help everyone. You are an awesome employee and I could never thank you enough for all your help. You Rock!

Amparo Sundermann

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Kudos to Janeth Felx and entire Child Nutrition Staff at Edgemere ES!

Great menu, great food! My daughter, who is the pickiest eater in the world, tells me everyday how yummy her lunch at school was. Keep up the great work!

Andrea

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Kudos to Beto, Gabriel, Rosario and Laura Guerra at Central Office!

Gabriel and Beto walked me to Rosario and took their time to help me. Laura Guerra was so sweet and guided me to the paperwork that I needed. Also, Rosario took her gentle time to help me. Thank you! People like you are needed in this world!

Viane Martinez

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Kudos to Team Ysleta & Teacher Created Materials!

AWESOME Job on our Math Conference! The presenters, materials and ideas were outstanding! It was an amazing day of learning that will truly impact all of our students in a spectacular way! Way to go!

Lorena Cerecerez

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Kudos to Fernie Flores and his TIS team!

A big thank you to Mr. Flores and his team in TIS for their continual support in making Ysleta - THE DISTRICT.

Katherine Jones Nance

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Kudos to Gaby Hernandez from Accounting!

You go above and beyond in your job duties and I just want to tell you thank you in your Running Mode! I appreciate you!

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Nancy Perez and Jeff Cynor from Special Education!

I would like to thank Nancy Perez and Jeff Cynor from the Special Ed department at central.  They have been God sent and their help and knowledge have helped me have a better understanding of my new position.  They truly will make YISD one of the happiest places to work for.

Maria Jaquez

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Kudos to Jennifer Delgadillo in Accounting!

Congratulations to Jennifer Delgadillo in being inducted into the El Paso Golf Hall of Fame.  She is a tough competitor who plays to win.  She represents our DISTRICT well.  Way to go Jen!

Finance Division

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Kudos to Rosa Celaya, Senior Buyer in Purchasing!

I could never thank you enough for all your help. I truly appreciate you and my thoughts may get away from me, but thank you for being you.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Isela Salazar-Ramirez from Lancaster ES!

Your disposition, attitude and help is outstanding. I couldn't do my job without your help. Thank you! Also, thank you for being so helpful with everyone, especially our students and their parents and for always going the extra mile to help with online registration and engage me.You are awesome!

Lorena

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Kudos to George Padilla from Bel Air HS!

I really appreciate you going above and beyond with phasing in the new gradebook. The videos are highly appreciated.

Loretta Galante

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Kudos to Dolphin Terrace Elementary Staff!

Our son Christopher Marsh has recently gone through open heart surgery. The Dolphin Terrace staff has gone above and beyond to help my son and our family through this tough time. Without the help and prayers from the awesome staff at Dolphin Terrace his journey to recovery would be a lot harder. We love Dolphin Terrace and its staff so much and we are forever thankful for what they are doing and have done for our son.

Sincerely, the Marsh Family

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Kudos to Lorena Olmos at TIS!

Thank you so much Lorena for you continued help to all of the counselors with eschoools during the first weeks of school. You are a prime example of wonderful customer service. You are always ready to help and we really do appreciate you!

Shirin Cordero

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Kudos to Mrs. Claudia Poblano at Del Norte Heights ES!

Kudos for doing such an amazing job at Del Norte Heights! Her hard work, dedication and the support that she provides to all her  teachers, parents and students  is exceptional! Kudos Mrs. Poblano!

Claudia Vides

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Kudos to the entire Ysleta ISD!

What a wonderful district to work for that has no problem stepping up to help those in need. The devastation left by Hurricane Harvey is a remider that we all need a helping hand sometimes.  God Bless everyone and thank you to our Superintendent and his charitable vision.

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to Support Personnel at Del Valle ES!

I would like to thank Lorena Cerecerez and Rachel Garcia, our Math and Science and Literacy Leaders, for all of their in-depth trainings. I appreciate their efforts to enhance our knowledge and quality instruction. I also appreciate that they are willing to meet with us individually to clarify and heighten our understanding of the curriculum. Thanks ladies!

Karla Bazan

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Kudos to Ms. Mae Reed at Plato Academy!

As an assistant principal, she contributes to creating an environment conducive to learning. She listens attentively and engages fellow students with respect and empathy. Ms. Read coordinates many of the campus leadership boards including the Campus Improvement Team, Response to Intervention Committee (RTI), and Texas Accountability Intervention System committee (TAIS). Mrs. Read's drive is more than professional, because academics and teaching are her passion. I firmly believe the success in our school can be directly attributed to Ms. Read's leadership capabilities.

Jose Vasquez

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Kudos to Mrs. Dolores Acosta at Cedar Grove ES!

Kudos to Mrs. Acosta for being an active principal who is always available and making each student and family member feel special and welcomed. Thank You!

Joann Cano

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Kudos to Nicholas Hinojos at Valle Verde ECHS!

Kudos to Nicholas A. Hinojos for being vigilant and quick to act! Thank you for your "service excellence" and dedication to the students on your campus!

Yadira Olivas

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Kudos to Lucy Diaz at Ysleta Elementary!

Mrs. Diaz had applied and recieved a grant for our school's library from the Laura Bush Foundation for the 2017-2018 school year. Thank you Mrs. Diaz for caring for our kids!

Yadira Olivas

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Kudos to Christine Gerlach and staff in Purchasing Dept.!

Thank you for the AWESOME job you and your staff do everyday! Keep up the GREAT job of going above and beyond.

Amparo Sundermann

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Kudos to Central Office Personnel!

I wanted to thank the Mission Valley Team and Central Office Transportation Crew that assisted in the flow of traffic, opening car doors, and making parents and students feel welcome this first week of school. Way to go YISD Staff in making us feel safe and secure during this chaotic time with construction and downsizing all happening so close to our kids!

Sandra Santiago

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Kudos to Mr. Gomez from Indian Ridge MS!

I want to thank Mr. Gomez for taking the time to help me out with registration documents that I was asked to get for my child's Hanks registration. He went above and beyond in trying to help during a very frustrating registration process at Hanks. Thank you!

Irene Briones

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Kudos to Mr. S. Balderrama at Del Valle Elementary!

I would like to THANK our AWESOME parent volunteer for doing an amazing job in getting our ISN books ready for our Kinder and 1st Grade teachers. They would not of been ready if it weren't for him. THANK YOU!

Lorena Cerecerez

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Kudos to Maribel Martinez at Ysleta Pre-K Center!

Kudos to educator Maribel Martinez for her selfless Random Act of Kindness! Maribel exemplifies the best of YISD Service Excellence! Thank you Ms. Martinez!

Patricia Ayala

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Kudos to Daniel Gomez, Assistant Principal at Indian Ridge MS!

Mr. Gomez went above and beyond to help parents of incoming Freshmen transfer students starting the year at Hanks High School. He was so helpful in providing the required documentation and making the process easier. Thank you Mr. Gomez!

Indian Ridge parent

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Kudos to Valley View MS office staff!

Kudos to Ms. Solis, Ms. Ramos, and Ms. Flores for hitting the ground running as soon as they were back on duty. AWESOME TEAM!

Terrie Heimer

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Kudos to YISD Security Officers!

Special thanks to all YISD Security Officers for their continuous efforts in keeping all of our YISD community safe and secure. Their countless hours of dedication to our district goes unrecognized and taken for granted far too often. There's a reason why this department has been recognized as the top school district security in all of Texas. Take a minute to thank your security personnel. We appreciate everything you do!

Rafael Laurenas

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Kudos to Eddie Romero!

You did an awesome job with the district website video. You are an amazing, talented and professional individual! You make us and TheDistrict proud!

Josie Goeldner

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Kudos to Mr. Villanueva from Dolphin Terrace ES!

Just wanted to say, thank you Mr. V. for helping parents and others who came to register on-line! Your patience and expertise was truly a god-send and it reduced our stress in this first-time process.

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to VVMS Office Staff!

Kudos to Ms. Garcia, Ms. Alvarado, and Ms. Chavez for working online registration since July 31st! You ROCK! Thanks for "Exceeding Expectations" and helping families from other schools within our district.

Terrie Heimer

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Kudos to Technology Information Services!

I would like to say thank you to Ms. Mary in the technology dept. She assisted me with such kindness and patience ! She was a great help with the online registration process. You really need more employees like her ! Very happy with the help she provided. Thank you once again!

Geo Martinez

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Kudos to Ms. Micha Villareal and the IT Department!

Thank you for helping VVMS with our online registration set up. Thank you Larry Snyder for setting up our Chromebooks.Service Excellence!

Terrie Heimer

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Kudos to Middle School Academic Team at Riverside MS, Indian Ridge MS, and YWLA!

A huge THANK YOU to the District's Middle School Academic Team for bringing in Dr. Kendall to train the instructional coaches. Your foresight and support to improve our craft is greatly appreciated!

Diane, Lisa and Bonita

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Kudos to YISD Technology Information Services!

Kudos to YISD Technology Information Services for their support to parents during the online enrollment process! Thank you for the extra time put in to address their questions!

Public Relations

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Kudos to Katherine Nance from Parkland High School!

Good Luck Katherine on your new adventure. You will be greatly missed.

Patricia Cox

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Kudos to Team Ysleta Assistant Principals and Summer Pl@y teachers/staff!

Amazing leadership from Mrs. Serrano, Ms. Judy, Mrs. Perez, and Ms. Lopez! Thank you for your commitment and passion to the Ysleta Summer Program. Thank you Team Ysleta teachers and staff for the amazing learning opportunities you provided to our students. Ysleta Summer Pl@y program was a success because of all of you!

Ms. Frias and Ms. Thomas

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Kudos to Dr. Darryl Henson from Parkland HS!

Dr. Henson, thank you for bringing pride back to Parkland High School.  You will be missed.

Patricia Cox

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Kudos to Team Ysleta Assistant Principals and Summer Pl@y teachers/staff!

Summer School was a success thanks to you!  What a great team we have.  Thank you to IRMS for hosting!

Ms. Frias and Ms. Thomas

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Kudos to Isidra Ochoa and Jennifer Delgadillo from Budget and Accounting!

Thank you ladies for all your wonderful help and patience this school year. We couldn't have done it without you. You're the best!

Isela Lucero

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Kudos to Christine Gerlach, Mary Haynie, Jessica Moreno, Monica Vasquez, Jose Soto, Raul Moreno, and Lidia De La Cruz!

Trooper clap for a job well done! Your quick response in helping to resolve a dilemma is greatly appreciated. I cannot thank you enough for all of your help.

Liz Arellano

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Kudos to Del Valle Area Assistant Principals Ms. Quinonez, Mr. Puga, Mrs. Youngs, Mrs. Guevara, and Ms. Jacquez!

Del Valle Summer School Program is a huge success! Thank you to our outstanding summer school administrators.Your commitment and dedication to our students does not go unnoticed. You all Rock!

Dolores Acosta
Principal, Lancaster ES

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Kudos to Bel Air Feeder Summer School Assistant Principals Mr. Barraza, Mr. Harris, Ms. Duran, Mr. Reyes, Ms. Rodriguez, and Ms. Bustamante!

Thank you for creating a welcoming environment for both teachers and students. You have gone above and beyond to make this experience memorable. You have captured, inspired, and taught us an exemplary way to engage and motivate teachers and students.

Mrs. Rodriguez and Mrs. Lopez

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Kudos to Hanks Area Elementary Assistant Principals: Glen Cove, Tierra Del Sol, Pebble Hills, R.E.L., and Vista Hills!

Great job Ms. Quinonez, Mr. Flores, Mrs. Blair, Mrs. Saucedo, Ms. Kyle, and Ms. Holguin for your hard work in coordinating a well-organized summer school experience for our students. Everything ran smoothly these first couple of days thanks to your effective planning and execution!

Margie Mendoza

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Kudos to Efrain Gaytan from Grounds and Pat Ayala from Public Relations!

Thank you for all your assistance with graduation. It would not be possible without you! On behalf of my kids, faculty and community, a sincere Thank you!

Sylvia Rendon

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Kudos to North Star ES Principal, Teachers, and Coaches!

I would like to thank Coach Bravo, Coach Borunda, & Ms. Orpinel (5th grade) for their patience and showing great kindness & care. Miss Guerra, Miss Fran, & Mr. Reyes at Special Education SSC Unit 1 for being phenomenal. Principal Balderrama, thank you for being a great leader!

Veronica Curl

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Kudos to Del Valle teachers, staff and community members!

I would like to thank all of our team for a successful STEM Fair! Not only did the student displays represent all of what STEM stands for, but our students were also given the opportunity to engage and further their knowledge via the presenters that attended our event. Great job Del Valle team!

Lorena Cerecerez

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Kudos to Homero Silva from Ysleta Middle School!

To an educator of educators! Thanks for converting our mistakes into lessons, pressure into productivity and skills into strengths. You really know how to bring out the best in us. You will be missed by all.

Ysleta Middle School Staff

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Kudos to Officer Armendariz, Officer Acosta and Officer Noel! 

Thank you officers for all of your hard work, professionalism, and committment to our campus. We appreciate everything you do to ensure our safety here at Parkland Middle School! You rock!

Yvette Ramirez

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Kudos to Indian Ridge Middle School orchestra students!

Thank You to Ms. Kelly Weddington, Hanks High School orchestra director, for all your hard work with the Hanks feeder pattern throughout the school year!

Cecilia Prado

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Kudos to Principal Lorraine Martinez and Admin. Team at Dolphin Terrace ES!

Thank you so much and the entire office staff for your great show of love during Teacher Appreciation Week! As always, Dolphins are over the top when it comes to expressing ourselves! Loved the treats and gifts!

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to Cleo Flores at Del Valle ES!

Thanks Ms. Cleo for all of your support! The PD room looked fabulous and everything was spectacular! Thank YOU!

Lorena Cerecerez

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Kudos to Mrs. Melvin at Vista Hills ES!

Congratulations to the Robosaders Robotics! You all did an amazing job at the conference in Albuquerque, NM. Ms. Melvin thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students, your job does not go unnoticed!

Marybel Holguin

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Kudos to all YISD School Nurses!

Happy School Nurse Day on May 10! I would like to take this opportunity to thank all YISD Nurses for their incredible dedication and commitment to their students and profession. I hope you have a wonderful day!

Nurse Beebe

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Kudos to Internal Audit Department!

I would like to wish my department family, Happy Internal Audit Week! I'm very blessed to work with such a great team.

Dolores Santiago

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Kudos to Jessica Fette, Nancy Gonzalez-Uribe, Bernadette S. Rey and Heather Holmes, YISD's Top 5 Elementary Teachers of the Year!

Congratulations to each of you. It was an honor to be included with such a distinguished group of educators. Our jobs are all different to some degree but our mission is the same. We give our students 100% of ourselves guiding them to be the successful individuals we know they can be. Kudos to you all!

Karla Bazan

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Kudos to Coach Anthony Carter from Hanks HS!

Congratulations Coach Carter on being inducted into the El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame! You've had an incredible year. We're extremely proud of you and all your amazing accomplishments!

Hanks Faculty and Staff

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Kudos to Attendance clerk at Indian Ridge Middle School!

Kudos to attendance clerk for always having a nice word for parents and students. I appreciate your kindness.

Mrs. Saenz

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Kudos to Ron Duran at Vista Hills ES!

Many thanks for all the hard work you do to keep our school clean. Your hard work is greatly appreciated. All the blessings of the world to you and your family.

The Vista Hills Community

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Kudos to Virginia Rey in Library Services!

Thank you Virginia in Library Services for being such an amazing leader, teacher and advocate for all our libraries and students! Your hard work and dedication is greatly appreciated!

Barbara Zambrano

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Kudos to Mr. Humphreys at Eastwood Knolls Int'l School!

The Spring Concert was amazing! You can clearly hear all the hard work you have done with all the students. Thank you for the great job and devotion you have shown all the children. Good job EKIS Band!

Jessica Ramirez

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Kudos to Dana Boyd at East Point ES!

Congratulations on being named into the El Paso Women's Hall of Fame! You continue to make our district and our city proud! Keep fulfilling your purpose!

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to Mesha Daniel from Innovative Technology Dept.!

Thank you Ms. Daniel for helping out at Del Norte Heights ES by being a special guest reader for our Words of Wisdom segment in our morning announcements. We appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to record your WoW segment for us. The kids loving having guest readers.

Sara Ramirez

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Kudos to Lucy, Ruby, and Stephanie from Del Norte Heights ES!

I'd like to thank these three hard working ladies that run our school because without them we'd truly be lost. Thank you for never staying no, for always have smiles on your faces, and always going the extra mile to make everything run smooth around here. Happy Administrative Assistants Week!

Sara Ramirez

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Kudos to Cheryl Mata and Becky Freishenhan from Accounting!

I would like to thank Becky and Cheryl for going above and beyond. They know why! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Israel Galindo from Camino Real MS!

For being an exceptional teacher. The way he interacts with students in such a positive way (male role model). For getting to know the capabilities of the students academically and planting the seed of grow in that direction.You are awesome and greatly appreciated.

Isela Ramirez

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Kudos to Martha Torres-Garcia at Pasodale ES!

I would like to thank Pasodale's Counselor Mrs. Garcia for putting together another amazing Career Day. Mrs. Garcia centered the theme around the book, "What Shoes will You Wear?" Our students learned so much from another amazing Career Day! Thank you friend

David Medina

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Kudos to the Riverside HS Rangerettes!

Congratulations to the Riverside Rangerettes and Director Melissa Nava for their grand champion win in their division at the Showtime International competition held at Six Flags in San Antonio, TX. Great job ladies. All the hard work all year paid off. As part of this win, they are invited to participate in Macy's Parade & Citrus Bowl half time show.

Victor Muniz

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Kudos to Danielle Gutierrez and Damian Soto, Eastwood HS Video Technology Students

Damian and Danielle were awarded 1st place - Weather Segment Category at the Student Television Network (STN) International Competition in Anaheim. The only high school team from Texas to win 1st place in any category, and only El Paso team to place in any category!

Henry Gutierrez

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Kudos to Nurse Michelle Beebe at Ascarate ES!

Kudos to Nurse Beebe on an AMAZING Blue Ribbon Week and raising awareness for Child Abuse. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to our students, our school and our community.

Monica Martinez

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Kudos to John Lara and Stacey Calvillo from Desertaire ES!

Thanks for all you do for the students and teachers at our campus. You two are an excellent example of what an instructional coach should be. Your willingness to always jump in and help is really appreciated!

Amber Calvin

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Kudos to the YISD Wellness Clinic!

We are truly blessed to have such a great staff in the YISD Wellness Clinic. Our family depends on them so much and they have diagnosed all our medical needs perfectly. From all our HEART, Thank You! Keep doing what you do!

Jim Luevano

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Kudos to KEHS Film and Broadcast Team!

Congratulations to Eastwood's KEHS Film and Broadcast Team for placing at this year’s Student Television Network (STN) International Competition in Anaheim CA. Danielle Gutierrez and Damian Soto Placed 1st in the Weather Segment Category. I am extremely proud of my students and the way they handled the stress of such a large competition.

Stephanie Delgado

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Kudos to the Lady Ranger Basketball team at Riverside HS!

Congratulations to Lady Ranger basketball Senior Kayla Galindo for being named to the All City 1st team. Sophomore Alex Espinoza was named to the All City 2nd team. Kayla Galindo was also named the District 2-5A MVP. Charlize Bustillos was named the newcomer of the year. Ana Martinez and Alex Espinoa were selected 1st team All-District and Sabrina Minjarez was selected to the 2nd team. Great Job Rangers!

Stephen Solis

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Kudos to Velia Campos from Bel Air HS!

You have displayed the true meaning of "hard work, loyalty, & dedication." Your words of wisdom go very far and touch many lives. Thank you! BAHS attendance rocks!

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Christopher Hulburt from Eastwood High School!

Congratulations Christopher Hulburt on your election! First, All Edgemere Boy. Then, Mr. EMS. Next FBLA president. Possibly Mr. EASTWOOD (making it a triple crown win). Final stop .... POTUS

Maribeth Keller

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Kudos to Palo Verde Homes!

Ysleta Pre-K Center would like to thank you for your generosity and support towards our students and volunteers. A heartfelt thank you for the donation of the volunteer team shirts! You are greatly appreciated!

Dana Ahedo

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Kudos to Jessica Moreno in Budget!

For as busy as you were during budget deadline week, thank you for your attentiveness and willingness to help!

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Alex Armendariz, Bel Air Middle School!

Great Job Mr. Armendariz on STAAR testing! It ran smoothly, and you are appreciated for all that you do for the students, faculty, staff and families at Bel Air Middle School.

Norma Arellano

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Kudos to Leo Benitez in Transportation!

Mr. Benitez, Thank you for going over and beyond and figuring out transportation for our swim team practice. Your diligence is greatly appreciated!

Eastwood Middle School Swim Team

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Kudos to Abrahan Robledo and Bernie Villagrana at Ysleta MS!

Congratulations on your awesome recognition, very well deserved. You both are a tremendous asset to YMS, so proud to have worked with you both. Enjoy your year and congrats again!

Julia Orozco

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Kudos to 21st Century after school program at Indian Ridge MS!

Kudos to all the Hawks who participated in the after school program (teachers and students). Good luck with the STAAR tests, you rock! Dedication will pay back.

Rogelio Ochoa

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Kudos to Volunteers at Constance Hulbert ES!

Thank you to our amazing volunteers...We appreciate all the hard work and dedication to our students, teachers and staff!

Anita Hijar

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Kudos to Mrs. Rosie and Mrs. Debbie at Mission Valley ES!

Kudos to the two ladies in the front office at Mission Valley for their outstanding support! Going above and beyond to assist our cafe on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and Abuelita Day. I would also like to thank them for continually taking excellet care of all our needs without question. Thank you!

Richard Johnson

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Kudos to Mrs. Jessica Fette from Cedar Grove ES!

Congratulations for being selected a Top Five Elementary Teacher of the Year. We recognize you for your exceptional hard work and dedication. Thank you for making Cedar Grove proud!

Lupe Armendaris

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Kudos to the 2017-2018 Campus Teachers and Support Employees of the Year!

Congratulations to all of the 2017-2018 Campus Teachers and Support Employees of the Year! I would especially like to congratulate our good friends: Mrs. Karla A. Bazan @ Del Valle ES, Ms. Heather Holmes and Mrs. Donna Murray @ Pebble Hills ES, and Mr. Nicholas Flood at Indian Ridge MS! We are very proud of you! Enjoy your year!

Joanne Delgadillo

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Kudos to Vivica Carlos, nurse at Dolphin Terrace ES!

What an awesome Health Fair you put together! So many vendors, free and helpful information, student participation from the Parkland area schools….just awesome! Thank you for doing your best to keep us all healthy.

Caoch Jill Strickland

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Kudos to Mr. Pedro Solis and staff at the Academy Cafe!

Your Lent Menu on Friday is the best in town.  Your dedication and professionalism to great cooking does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your outstanding costumer service and always serving with a smile.

I. Barraza

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Kudos to Brenda Quintana, Dolphin Terrace Librarian!

Kudos to excellent use of our DT community in the Read Across America activities! All of our guest readers were a joy and the students had fun. Thank you for engaging us in such a positive way!

Coach Jill Strickland

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Kudos to Cecelia Williams at Ascarate ES!

Excellent job on spearheading the Black History Program at your school last month! The staff, students, and guests supported and participated so well and everything came together to make it a huge success!

Coach Jill Strickland

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Kudos to Bonny Schulenburg in Public Relations!

Congratulations to Bonny Schulenburg for being inducted into the 2017 Hall of Fame by the El Paso Commission for Women! Bonny exemplifies professionalism and civic engagement in all she does for YISD and the El Paso community. Best wishes on a well deserved recognition, Bonny!

Patricia Ayala

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Kudos to Mary Escarciga at Rio Bravo MS!

Congratulations to Mary Escarciga and her orchestra for getting Sweepstakes at UIL Orchestra Competition. Thank your for your hard work and dedication to your students at Rio Bravo MS.

Norma Martinez

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Kudos to Blanca Ochoa from Transportation!

I would like to thank Blanca for taking over the route on bus #179 she did a great job with the students!

Norma Licon

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Kudos to Anna Munoz in Transportation!

Thank you Anna Munoz & the entire transportation department for doing such a great job and always with great customer service.

Norma Miner

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Kudos to Riverside HS Vocational & Trade School Students!

I would like to recognize the students and teachers for a job well done during their February competitions. Keep up the good work and motivation. Good Luck for the ones that are competing at Corpus Christi.

Rosa M. Gonzalez

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Kudos to YISD Purchasing Dept.!

The ENTIRE purchasing department is AMAZING! The work load that these incredible people process alone is mind blowing, but add the fact that they always have a POSITIVE and HELPFUL attitude is to be commended!Purchasing Department is what THE DISTRICT is all about!

Maribeth Keller

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Kudos to Norma Vela at Riverside/Eastwood High Schools!

IT knowledge is an absolutely critical area for student success; equally important is teacher IT abilities. Unfortunately, I am "old school;" (not a digital native) and not as fluent in the latest iterations. However, I am extremely fortunate in that colleague NORMA VELA is gifted and gave much of her time to assist me in preparing a specific lesson plan for our students. Thank you very much, Norma!

John Eyberg

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Kudos to Coach Carter and the Hanks Girls Wrestling Team!

Congratulations to the Hanks girls wrestling team for winning your fourth consecutive state championship! Also a big congratulations to Coach Carter for winning National Coach of the Year! Such amazing accomplishments by all of you! Please know your hard work and determination does not go unnoticed. We are all so proud of you! Thank you for being the shining stars on the campus!

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Kudos to Julian Torres and Julian Ruiz, Mini Troopers Robotics Team!

AWESOME JOB and congratulations on winning Excellence Award, Teamwork Challenge Award & Robot Skills Champions Award at the Eastwood Middle VEX IQ Tournament. Good Luck at State!

Eunice Torres

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Kudos to Ms. Josephine Flores (1st grade), Ms. Jennifer Rau, Ms. Cynthia Mayorga (6th grade) and Mr. Jose Perez, principal at Edgemere ES!

I just want to say thank you all for the outstanding work you do with my 2 boys. Your hard work, patience and dedication to your profession shows. My 2 little ones enjoy going to your class and learning new things and you guys are the reason for it. Keep up the good work!

Fernando Martinez

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Kudos to Mrs. Spencer, Counselor at Pebble Hills ES!

Many people don't understand what they are going through and eventually they come to you seeking advice. I have been told that talking to you makes them feel relieved and much better at the end of the day. Not even words can describe how awesome it feels after seeking your help. Thank you for all you do! Thank you for being you! Thank you for showing love and kindness to everyone, to include our students, teachers, administration, staff and parents. Hope you have an awesome and Happy Counselor's Week! Thanks so much!

Joanne Delgadillo

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Kudos to Mr. Flood, Band Director at Indian Ridge MS!

Mr. Flood's dedication to his students and the music program is awe inspiring. From the 2017 Middle School Honor Band concert to the All Region Band performance and every practice in between, Mr. Flood consistently gives 110% to his students and his job! Thank you Mr. Flood!

Band Parent

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Kudos to Ritchie Vasquez and the Valley View football staff!

I just wanted to give a shout out to Coach Ritchie Vasquez at Valley View Middle School on his undefeated and district championship season for 8th grade football. He does an outstanding job motivating his kids. He is a passionate and sincere coach. Congratulations on another district championship.

Ralph Cedillo

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Kudos to Mrs. Angelica Vasquez (K-4) from Edgemere Elementary!

My daughter is loving her first year in school as a kinder student all because of you! Thank you for helping my daughter find the joy in learning and reading. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. Great job!

Andrea Arimi

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Kudos to Transportation staff!

Thank you transportation staff for keeping our students safe. You have reached an unprecedented milestone. The department has not had any bus accidents in over a month. This is truly a huge accomplishment. Keep up the EXCELLENT work and SMILES.

Mario A. Gomez

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Kudos to Janise Pries, Mark Parra & Dr. Kennedy!

Thank you Janise Pries, Mark Parra and all who work in the Guidance & Counseling department for the counselor appreciation luncheon. The inspiring words of affirmation and encouragement by Dr. Kennedy was special.

Laura Torres

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Kudos to Jim Luevano at TIS Dept!

Thank you for the awesome job of setting up our computers and printers. You have been of great help. We appreciate all you do. From VI Team

Braille Transcribers

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Kudos to J. Yildirim and R. Asam at YWLA!

AMAZING JOB LADIES! 1st Place District Science Fair! Your hard work and dedication to our girls and our campus shine!

Yvonne Romero

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Kudos to Parkland Wrestling Coaches!

Coaches, I was really impressed by the wrestlers performances at the Bowie Invitational. I have seen a great growth in the wrestling program this year. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the wrestling team. Go Matadors!

Mrs. Rodriguez

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Kudos to M.Agness, S.Padilla, E.Vera, I.Ortega, P.Ocana & L.Velasco from YWLA!

Thank you so much for stepping up and taking on 6th Grade UIL! Our girls did amazing and took 2nd place UIL Sweepstakes. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Amazing job everyone!

Yvonne Romero

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Kudos to Riverside High School Academic Decathlon Team and Coaches!

Congratulations to the Academic Decathlon Team and to the coaches for their strong showing in this year's Ysleta Academic Decathlon Tournament. Riverside overcame medium-sized school favorites and delivered a strong performance worthy of the second place finish! We are hungry for a first place finish and look forward to what the future holds for Riverside Academic Decathlon!

Joseph Puentes

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Kudos to YISD Plumbers!

Kudos to the guys from plumbing. Ray, Manny, Mike and Louie work very hard, and their work ethic never goes unnoticed. They always resolve our plumbing issues in a timely manner!

Luis Acosta

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Kudos to Volunteers at Desertaire ES!

Volunteers, thank you for all you do for Desertaire faculty and staff. You are great at decorating doors, making popcorn, helping with dances, making copies, lunch and outside duties, sharpening pencils and cutting poster boards for testing dates and everything else... We appreciate you!

Dru Cardona

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Kudos to Coach V., Mrs. Vandagriff, and the entire Hanks Swim Team!

Congratulations on your fifth straight District Championship!

Kelly Kania

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Kudos to Principal Beth Harbison, Asst. Principal Ms. Buso and Ms. Triplett from Desertaire ES!

Thank you admin for thinking about us and rewarding us with juice and yogurt on Thursday morning. Small gifts like these make us feel good and have the desire to work harder. We really appreciate you THREE!

Dru Cardona

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Kudos to Efrain Gaytan and crew at YISD Grounds!

Once again, like the last 9 years, thank you for creating magic moments for our students at Marian Manor. The individualized Christmas gifts from you and your crew made the children extremely happy. Your kindness is appreciated!

Virginia Padilla

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Kudos to Accounting/Budget/Purchasing!

From the bottom of this clerk's heart, "THANK YOU" for making my job easier/smoother! All of you in some way have been a teacher, friend, guide and have had patience with me and I want to say thank you to each one of you! May 2017 bring peace and harmony to everyone.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Mr. Navariz, Ms.Gooding, and 7th grade Texas History students!

Thank you for inviting us and our students to share what you've been learning. Our students really enjoyed the projects you shared with them and walked away with a lot of new knowledge!

Pebble Hills 4th Grade Team

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Kudos to teachers, administrators and staff at Lancaster ES!

Congratulations for the effort, commitment, and love they put in every day. Happy New Year!

Eugenia Rangel

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Kudos to Ana Montes in Purchasing!

Thank you for always smiling, helping and being efficient while doing your job.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Daniel Martinez at Eastwood High School!

Job well done on creating the Eastwood High School video for the faculty and staff Christmas party. You are doing an awesome job teaching students how to be innovative and go above and beyond while learning new skill sets!

Elsa Contreras

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Kudos to Norma Garcia at Desertaire ES!

I just want to thank Norma Garcia for all the hard work that you do on a daily basis with attendance. I have really appreciated everything that you have done from the bottom of my heart!

Marah K.

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Kudos to RHS English Department!

Way to go, team! We pulled together this week and got what we needed to do done! Special thanks to Joseph Puentes and Angie Ortega for taking the reins- it's great to know that someone has your back when needed. :)

Debie Larson

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Kudos to Claudia Martinez at Innovative Learning!

A huge thank you to Claudia for her help in getting my video students an adapter we needed to complete our project with a tight deadline. She played a crucial role and did so with a smile!

Daniel Martinez

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Kudos to Ms. Virginia Padilla at Marian Manor ES!

Thank you for all your years of dedication, leadership, guidance and support to students, parents, faculty and staff. THINK, BELIEVE, DREAM and DARE! The best years are ahead of you, enjoy your retirement!

Maria Cloud

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Kudos to the YISD Electricians in Maintenance!

Thank you to our YISD Electricians for helping to re-wire our Library and 3 classrooms so our heaters would work!

Robert Martinez

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Kudos to Cheryl M. Chapline from Child Nutrition Services!

A big kudos to Ms. Cheryl Chapline. Thank you for the many laughs and a few tears now and then. I will greatly miss our morning coffee and our talk of what we did the prior day. Enjoy your retirement and thank you for always being there for me. Love you.

Jesus Barragan

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Kudos to Gaby Hernandez from Accounting!

Gaby, I want to thank you for helping me and always having a positive attitude when it comes to helping.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Nancy Perez and Jeff Cynor, Autism team!

You have done an amazing job as a team helping out at one of our campuses. As a team, we have managed to come together to make it look awesome. The students are happy, the environment is great, and it is coming together. Awesome team! Kudos to everyone of you! Thank You!

Georgina

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Kudos to Mr. Albert Macias, Warehouse Manager!

Thanks a lot for your help, always there to solve the different requests from our campus (Presa Elementary School) as quickly as possible.

Hector Gonzalez

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Kudos to the Custodians at Desertaire Elementary School!

Desertaire would like to welcome our new Head Custodian, Luis Serna. Also, he wants to thank his crew Ramon, Ceci, Abraham, Mayte and Maggie for all their help and hard work.

Dru Cardona

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Kudos for David Lopez team at the Maintenance Department.

Thanks for the excellent job in the Computer Lab in Presa Elementary School. Thanks Mr. Lopez, to you and your fabulous team.

Hector Gonzalez

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Kudos to Marta Amador and Jesse Gonzales from Transportation!

Thank you for the care and kindness you show to the kids on Bus 219. It gives me peace of mind to know they are happy, safe, and comfortable going to and from school and it makes a big difference in their day. Thank you!

Veronica Curl

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Kudos to Mr. Duque from Glen Cove ES!

Thank you for all your time and hard work at Glen Cove. Best wishes on your retirement!

Yvette Fernandez

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Kudos to Luis Cardona from Desert View Middle School!

Thank you Mr. Luis Cardona for hosting parent classes and holding Family Wellness Nights at Marty Robbins Park for staff and parents to participate together. Thank you for providing parent volunteers for our NJHS Halloween Dance and other events. Way to Go Stallions!

Maria Farina, Librarian

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Kudos to Dolphin Terrace cafeteria manager Lydia Rincon and staff!

Just want to say thank you ladies for a super job on the annual Thanksgiving Meal! The service with a smile, delicious food, and beautiful decorations really set the atmosphere for a pleasant dining experience for our students and their families. You are the best!

Coach Strickland

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Kudos to Susana Burford at Special Education!

Thank you for always being there to guide and support me and all the other special need families who cross your path. You never fail to come through even when time has passed between crisis, you are an integral part of YISD and very much appreciated.

Veronica Curl

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Kudos to Mr. Salcido of the Math Dept. at Hanks High School!

Congratulations on representing the Kingdom as our Teacher of the Year! A big Thanks for your drive and love of math and the time that is spent for the success of our Knights!

Laura E. Torres

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Kudos to Edna Rodriguez and Sara Ramirez at Del Norte Elementary School!

Thank you both for all your hard work and support with Generation TX Week. It was a success and meaningful experience for all of our students.

Alex Camack

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Kudos to Monica Lopez and Interact Club at Hanks High School!

It might not be said much, but THANK YOU Monica Lopez and your wonderful Interact students for always finding a way to make HANKSgiving happen! Every year you all give selflessly of yourselves to feed 500 families for Thanksgiving. You begin each year in July and work tirelessly until the weekend before Thanksgiving to make sure every basket is filled. Please know your hard work does not go unnoticed. All of you are appreciated very much!

We ARE Hanks!

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Kudos to Cheryl Mata in Travel!

Two thumbs up to Cheryl in travel for always being so helpful and doing so with a great attitude. Thank you!

Cindy

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Kudos to faculty and staff at South Loop Elementary School!

Thank you Ms . Norma Lopez for her hard work and dedication to our staff and students!

Rosa Lozoya

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Kudos to Sandy Larios, Librarian at Eastwood Knolls Int'l School!

Thank you for all you do for the staff and students at EKIS! You are always willing to go the extra mile with our Twitter account, the KidVote! campaign we had this week, as well as hosting the amazing author Joe Hayes for all of us to enjoy!

EKIS Administration

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Kudos to Taliah Dancil from YWLA!

Congratulations on winning "Chopped Junior!" You showed grace, composure and sportsmanship during the competition. You made YISD and El Paso proud!

Dolores Glover

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Kudos to Mario Gomez at Transportation!

Thank you for doing all that you do, especially for your extra hard work to make sure all bases are covered and for your professionalism in dealing with not-so-patient parents like myself. It is very much appreciated.

Veronica Curl

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Kudos to Malinda Villalobos, Principal; Lisa Boatright, Academic Dean; All Faculty and Staff at YWLA!

Congratulations to all the young ladies at YWLA for accomplishing such a grand honor at your pinning ceremony October 30, 2016! Thank you Mrs. Villalobos, faculty and staff for organizing such a beautiful and memorable ceremony! What a wonderful achievement!

Cynthia Villalobos-Esparza

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Kudos to Arleen Garcia from Riverside High School!

Arleen, thank you so much for all the things you do for me. You are truly "amazingly wonderful." I really appreciate you. Thanks!

Dora Armendariz

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Kudos to Sylvia Belmontes, RN from South Loop ES!

Thank you to Sylvia Belmontes, R.N., from South Loop Elementary for the excellent presentation on Tuberculosis to the YISD school nurses during inservice. Your professionalism shines.

YISD School Nurses

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Kudos to Micha Villarreal, Mesha Daniel, Larry Snyder, and Alex Reyes from Innovative Learning Dept.!

Kudos to all of you for working with the counselors. You were patient, helpful, and engaging. One of the best trainings I've attended all year. I wish we could have spent the entire day with all of you. There's so much to learn and you teach it so well. Thanks again!

Betty Fajardo

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Kudos to Maria Amato from Transportation!

Thank you Maria Amato for all of your caring support as a bus attendant to our 25 PPCD students from Ysleta PreK that look forward to ride the bus because of your dedication. Each child continues to receive your undivided attention and patience by teaching them to say "Good Morning" and "Good Afternoon." I see how you put an extra smile on their faces each time you award them on Fridays. They are happy to have you.

Irene Licon

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Kudos to YISD Transportation Dept!

Special thanks goes out to all of the hard working School Bus Drivers that have helped transport our Band students, staff and Band Boosters to all Band events throughout this year! You have done an outstanding job taking care of each and everyone of us by always caring about our safety first and getting us back to our home schools safe also! Thank you for your kindness and respect! Have a great year!

Irene Licon

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Kudos to Danny Gurany from Riverside High School!

Thank you so much for offering to host our National Qualifying meet for West Texas NSDA.  We had originally asked another school but they declined because of another contest on their campus the previous week. We appreciate your support of Speech and Debate in the El Paso community!

Kim Falco
West Texas MSDA District Chair

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Kudos to Ms. Vasquez at Pebble Hills Elementary School!

HAPPY NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH! Everyone at PHES Loves You! Hugs!

Joanne Delgadillo

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Kudos to Adam Ulloa & Fine Arts Staff!

Another fantastic Fall Festival! Congratulations Adam Ulloa & Fine Arts.

Ida Ulloa

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Kudos to YISD Transportation Dept.!

In recognition of National School Bus Safety Week, I would like to thank all of the automotive technicians for servicing our buses and keeping them up to par on a daily basis. You are greatly appreciated.

T. Olivas

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Kudos to Danny at the Print Shop!

Thank you Danny and the Print Shop department for always taking care of our campus printing needs in a timely manner. Especially Sharon Wells curriculum! You guys are AWESOME! Keep up the good work!

Bella

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Kudos to the YISD school bus drivers!

Special thanks goes out to all of the hard working school bus drivers that have helped transport our band students, staff and band boosters to all band events throughout this year! You have done an outstanding job taking care of each and everyone of us by always caring about our safety first and getting us back to our home schools safe also! Thank you for your kindness and respect! Have a great year!

Joanne Delgadillo

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Kudos to Javier Ramirez from Custodial!

Thank you for your fast replacement of the lights in the downstairs parking. It is much safer to see and not have any accidents.

G. Dominguez

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Kudos to Transportation!

Many thanks and muchas gracias for all the hard work you do to keep our buses clean. Your hard work is greatly appreciated. More power to you!

Elsa Salmeron

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Kudos to the teachers at Bel Air High School!

For rising above and having GRIT.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to the Presa Elementary staff!

Grandparents Day was awesome. The Mexican music was just great and took me down memory lane. Good service was excellent. Mrs Lujan is the best of the best. Great job Presa.

Elsa Salmeron

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Kudos to Dr. Diana Otero from Special Education!

Thank you being so supportive of our campus and always going the extra mile!

Beth Harbison

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Kudos to Ms. Padilla, Mrs. Poblano, and Student Council Students and Parents!

They did a fantastic job organizing Mesa Vista's First Annual Cancer Relay for Life! The event was incredibly well organized and so many students and their families had a great time while raising money to help support cancer research. Thank you for all of your hard work to help our community! #MesaVistaPride

Martha Azcarate

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Kudos to Chris Gee at Riverside High School!

Thank you, Mr. Gee, for your hard work and dedication, and for helping take care of our staff!

Cecy De La O

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Kudos to Alfonso Lira at TIS!

YCLC appreciates the immediate attention to our tech issues and ALWAYS with a smile. Alfonso, you exemplify the gold standard for customer service! Thank you for all that you do!

Liz Moya

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Kudos to the Hanks High School Marching Band!

Congratulations to the Hanks High School Marching Band for winning the Coronado Marching Invitational on October 1st! You all have exceptional music and a phenomenal show! You all are the best band in our district! Thank you students for your hard work and dedication and to ALL the band directors for their commitment to excellence with our children! Go Knights!

Drumline parent

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Kudos to Serena Ramos at Ysleta High School!

Serena Ramos a 10th grade student in the Environmental Science and Engineering T-STEM Academy, has been selected to be part of the Student Board of Directors program by the Hospitals of Providence. This is a unique accomplishment very few students get selected to be part of this elite group. Serena has demonstrated her leadership qualities by being selected to form part of this committee.

Veronica De Avila


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Kudos to Coach Bravo and Coach Borunda from North Star ES!

Thank you for taking the time to acknowledge each child as a person and for showing them that they all matter. Your kindness does not go unnoticed. I also appreciate that you are instilling in my children the importance of exercise and of being healthy. Good job!

Joshua Curl

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Kudos to the Desertaire ES traffic control!

Thank you for taking the time to acknowledge each child as a person and for showing them that they all matter. Your kindness does not go unnoticed. I also appreciate that you are instilling in my children the importance of exercise and of being healthy. Good job!

Bobby Joe Culler

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Kudos to Crystal Caballero at Del Valle Elementary School!

The fourth grade team would like to give a huge thank you to Ms. Caballero for doing a phenomenal job on leading the character parade. Our kids did an amazing job due to your leadership and wonderful ideas on the presentation of responsibility!

Olga Cerecerez

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Kudos to Saribel Sandoval at Ascarate ES!

We are very proud of Saribel for giving up her recess to go help the office staff by communicating in sign language with an elderly person that was lost. One of Saribel's classmates informed her the office staff needed help communicating in sign language and she did not hesitate to offer her assistance. Thank you for your service!

Claudia Ureno-Olivas

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Kudos to Hanks HS and feeder pattern crossing guards!

You all do an AMAZING JOB getting our kids from point A to point B safely no matter the weather conditions. Rain or shine I witness hard work and dedication!! Can't THANK YOU enough.

Sergeant A. Esparza

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Kudos to Oscar y Isabel from Del Valle HS!

Oscar e Isabel, gracias por siempre venir a la biblioteca cuando les llamo que se algo en la biblioteca!!

Norma Nava

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Kudos to Ms Jill Strickland, Ms Valerie Alcala, and Dolphin Terrace ES office staff!

I am grateful for Ms Strickland for her warmness in giving me information and especially to Ms Alcala for her patience and warmness in the delivery of school shirts for my grandson.  Thank you!!

Joy Henderson

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Kudos to Sonia Padilla!

Thank you Ms. Sonia for the great customer service you provide the Nurses. You are always very diligent and quick to fix any issues we have with our system. Thank you for your hard work!

Laura Mitchell, RN
and all YISD Nurses

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Kudos to REL Washington Elementary School

Thank you to custodians, PTO, volunteers, classroom teachers, students, support teachers, and admin for helping make our Grandparents Day/16 de septiembre/reading celebration such a great success! #TEAMWORK

Rosie Rodriguez

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Kudos to Aaron Gomez at TIS!

A big THANK YOU to Aaron Gomez from TIS for his support and dedication. We appreciate his wonderful attitude in helping the YWLA campus with technology needs, especially with the final installation of our new marquee! Great Job, Aaron!

Linda Harmon

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Thank you Mrs. Maritza Balderrama from North Star ES!

Thank you for the phenomenal job you do! North Star is everything an elementary school should be and every time I walk in I am impressed. And congratulations on outstanding STAAR scores, everyone...staff and students alike... should be proud of themselves. You are a great leader, thank you!

Veronica Curl

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Kudos to Custodians Oscar Torres and Isabel Frias at Del Valle High School!

Thank you Isabel and Oscar for your quick response to the A/C emergency in my library office!! I appreciate you!!

Elena Ortega

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Kudos to the faculty and staff at the Young Women's Leadership Academy!

YWLA deserves a thumbs up for their awesome transition they have made for our girls to the new school. YWLA has done a great job in creating a family at their campus. My daughter couldn't be more happy to be part of this opportunity. The transition has been smooth and I am excited for what is yet to come. TRANFORMERS you ROCK! Keep up the great work YWLA staff and faculty!

Irasema Ramirez

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Kudos to Ms. Lori Rincon-Candia at Del Valle ES

I would like to give a HUGE THANK YOU to Ms. Rincon for freely opening her classroom and serving as a great testimony to what the LoneStar Program stands for. Her creativity and commitment to this program is empowering both students and teachers. Thanks Ms. Rincon! Keep up the great work!

Lorena Cerecerez

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Kudos to Hanks High School Counseling Team
and Mr. Anchondo

Thanks to Robert Balandran, Pat Almeida, Laura Likarish, Laura Torres, and Fernie Anchondo for all your grit and hard work assisting with getting our students accommodated and ready for the 2016-2017 school year. You all prove that "teamwork divides the task but multiplies the success." Thank you for all you do!

Ben Ortega

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Kudos to Albert Macias, YISD Warehouse

Just want to thank Mr. Albert Macias and all the warehouse crew. They are always ready to assist no matter if it's a Friday at 4 pm. Awesome job and keep up the good work!

Paola Vasquez

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Kudos to Transportation staff!

Thank you transportation staff for your diligence and leadership in getting our students safely, on-time, and securely. Keep up the good work, the positive attitude, and the SMILES.

Mario G.

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Kudos to the Hanks High School football team!

Thank you, Hanks High School football players, for visiting our campus and reading to our students! Leaders are readers!

Rosie Rodriguez

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Kudos to Hanks High School, Transition to Life Career Center

The 2016-17 school year is off to an excellent start. Many thanks to the custodial, maintenance, and security personnel throughout the district, especially at my home campus of Hanks HS. One of my other campus assignments, TLCC, is looking and serving our students extremely well in its temporary location after extensive & intensive work by the staff. And, last, but not least, TIS has updated my chancery--now I'm no longer a year behind! Thank you all!

John Eyberg

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Kudos to Rodolfo Martinez and Miguel Garcia, Parkland High School!

Great job on the first pep rally of the school year for Parkland High School. Thank you to both of you for all of your hard work and dedication to the students in the Parkland Area.

Katherine Jones Nance

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Kudos to Small Construction!

Thank you Mario, David, Robert, and your crew from small construction for your terrrific efforts in getting our reserved stadium seats installed prior to the regular season. You all did a wonderful job on short notice, much appreciated.

M. Segovia

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Kudos to Jessica Moreno in the Budget Dept.

For always having time to help and answer questions and give guidance.

Lore Arellano

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Kudos to Ruby Shivery, Librarian at Indian Ridge MS!

Congratulations for receiving the Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant! Keep up the great work!

Pauline Muela

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Kudos to Valley View Middle School Office Staff!

Thank you for a great start to the school year. It is very apparent the time and planning that went into the start up of this year. Everything went smoothly and that helps the rest of us hit the ground running! It is going to be a great year! VVMS Knows GRIT!

Denisa Garcia

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Kudos to Mr. Rudy Ramirez at J. M. Hanks HS!

A huge thanks to Mr. Rudy Ramirez, who always fixes my computer when it gets error messages. We appreciate you keeping the Castle running and working on all of our computers!

Laura E. Torres

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Kudo's to Mrs. Alvidrez, our well loved Principal!

Last year was her first year as principal and the transition was super smooth! This year was absolutley seamless. I just admire her way of being a top notch professional unmatched! i admire her way of using a personal touch with all her staff, support staff, volunteers and teachers. Her open line of communication is superb.  Thank you Mrs. Alvidrez for treating us, the Cafe Staff the same. It means the world to us.

Richard E. Johnson
Mission Valley ES

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Congratulations to the new principal at Eastwood Heights, Raul Mendoza, for doing the amazing work of getting campus staff, parents, and students to realize a new vision for this school year. Your patience and care have not gone unnoticed. You're a humble leader. Great job!

Amy Jaquez

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Office staff at Desertaire, Mandy Contreras, Maria Elena Barragan, Monica Gavaldon, Marah Kiesel, and Norma Garcia.

Thank you Mandy, Maria Elena, Monica, Marah, and Norma for all your extra work making the first week of school a great success. Your hard work and dedication has not gone unnoticed.

Monica Triplett

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Welcome to Desertaire new admin:  Principal Beth Harbison, AP Elena Busco, and AP Monica Triplett.

We are looking forward to a new school year because of your positive attitude and ongoing support! Welcome also new staff and teachers.

Drusilla V. Cardona

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Kudos to Mariana Rico, Division of Academics!

Thank you so much Mari for your help and time. You did not hesitate to come to the rescue. we are in debt with you. Thanks again.

Mely Carreon

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Great job Maria Urena, Rosalie Provencio, Sarah Baranyay, Becky Castaneda, Patty Hernandez
Tierra del Sol Instructional Team!

Kudos on preparing our teachers, Tierra del Sol is ready to Go for the Gold!

Juan Guzman

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Kudos to Bonny Schulenburg in Public Relations!

Thank you so much for keeping our social media and our district homepage looking sharp!

Lorena Olmos

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Kudos to Mr. Valdez, Mr. Valtierra, and Ms. Ordonez at Riverside MS.  Thank You for such a positive week of P.D. and instilling faith..belief and great expectations from your faculty, staff, parents, students, and community...Excited about the coming school year!

Lisa Flores
Riverside MS

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Thank you to Maribeth, Terry and Sandy at Edgemere Elementary for all your extra work making the first week back special for all the teachers and staff. The decorations were great and the food was delicious. You got us all soaring high right from the beginning.

Dean Mattson
Edgemere ES

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Thank you Bel Air teachers Mr. Antwine, Mr. Silva, Mr. Angerstain, and Mrs Gonzalez for being my teachers. You all are my inspiration. You all are awesome!

Ariana Reyes

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Good luck in your new endeavor Mr. Gonzalez you will be missed. Thank you for always coming to the rescue, hospitality and great sense of humor.

Mely Carreon
Indian Ridge MS

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To the Riverside Middle School Learning Community, It has been a pleasure getting to know and learn from everyone in the Riverside Middle School Community. Everyone has been very welcoming and open to change for the betterment of our students. I look forward to a great year and the many success stories that are ahead of us. Go Rebels!

Jon Valdez

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Thank you Bel Air, Eastwood & Hanks JROTC!

Kudos to the Bel Air, Eastwood, & Hanks JROTC cadets for helping to prepare backpacks for the Back to School Rally! Way to go!

Bonny Schulenburg
Public Relations

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Kudos to the Print Shop

Art, Danny, Lino, Yvette, and the gang at the Print Shop, Eastwood Middle School truly appreciates and thanks you for all you do for us! Your dedication is amazing!

Eastwood MS

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Great job Sandra Orzsulak at Rio Bravo Middle School

Mrs. Orzsulak, you will be greatly missed. Thank you for everything. Congratulations and good luck in your new endeavor!

Laura Herandez

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Great job Young Women's Leadership Academy!

A huge thank you to the faculty and staff at the Young Women's Leadership Academy for a successful summer camp. Your vision, teamwork, and leadership is greatly appreciated! We are YWLA!

Malinda Villalobos

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Great job on leading Parkland HS pre Registration Mr. Garcia! Your knowledge and leadership was well appreciated!

Sgt. Garcia

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Great job Dana Boyd!

Way to go in putting not only The District on the map but bringing attention in such a positive way to our city! NO LIMITS is your calling.

Coach Strickland

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Great job Transforming Teachers, Staff and Administrators!

Thank you for having a great camp for my daughter Hillary to go to. She is having a wonderful time getting to know her teachers and has made new friends! Go Transformers!

Annaletta Mora

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Kudos to our fabulous custodial staff at Ascarate! Despite the limited time they had after Summer School to get our campus ready, they have come through and our classrooms are ready to go! Great job!

Claudia Ureno-Olivas

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"Great Job Bel Air High School Teachers at Bel Air High School! I would like to thank every Bel Air H.S. teacher for making this school year memorable. Great Job!!!!"

Lore Arellano

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"Great Job Cecilia Vasquez at Hanks High School! Two thumbs up to Nurse Vasquez! U did an amazing job in coming to the aid of one of your students. Your humbleness is recognized and very refreshing."

Cindy Vasquez

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"Great Job Everyone at Northstar Elementary! Thank you for such a great year! The positive, cheerful & welcoming atmosphere is a testament to everyone who works there! Special kudos Mrs. Delgado 4th grade & Mrs. Guerra SSC-1 THANK YOU!!!"

Veronica Curl

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"Great Job Warehouse Crew! Great job Warehouse Crew in assisting with YISD's High School graduations! As always you come through with flying colors. Proud to be part of the TEAM!!!"

Cindy

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