Performance Zone 12
April 2014 Spotlights
Robert
Morell
Marion Earl Elementary School
Marion Earl Elementary School honors Robert Morell for integrating general education standards into his art curriculum. As a published author, he is enthusiastic about connecting art with literature and social studies. He is always willing to collaborate with each grade level so that his plans are cohesive with theirs, thus ensuring the enrichment of all lessons.Mr. Morell is also a TEAM player who is willing to assist all students, teachers, and admin in any endeavor! His TEAM SPIRIT is appreciated by all!
Mark
Leamy
D'Vorre and Hal Ober Elementary School
Ober Elementary would love to showcase our amazing Music Teacher, Mr. Mark Leamy! To say that Mark is a teacher that goes “over and beyond,” is quite an understatement! Not only does he share his musical expertise with all of our students each day, he holds Honor Choir at least twice weekly before school, films Ober ES TV broadcasts each week, and is the Student Council Advisor! One of the most incredible contributions that Mark brings to Ober ES is the extraordinary musical he produces each Spring with our students! He gives students the opportunity to sing, act, and design costumes, as well as, trains a group of students to run all of the tech equipment for the show, including; lighting, music, microphones, and props! Mark’s passion about music and the arts is felt throughout our entire school community. The love of music he shares with our students is something they will always cherish, even after they’ve left our four walls. Mark Leamy is the definition of “What’s Cool at School!”
Emily
Hopson
Kathy L. Batterman Elementary School
Miss Emily Hopson is a second year kindergarten teacher at Batterman Elementary School. Her energy and upbeat personality are infectious, and she spreads sunshine throughout her classroom, as well as the entire Batterman community. The lively climate in her classroom influences her young learners to come to school eager to experience every day of learning. Her work as chairperson of the Social Committee has made a positive impact on staff by providing many interactive and unique events to increase morale. Miss Hopson brings a fresh spirit and a bright outlook to our school.
Jenna
Sekerak
Patricia Bendorf Elementary School
Jenna Sekerak continues to work miracles with our struggling primary students in her role as interventionist at Bendorf. This year she has gone above and beyond! She chaired the curriculum committee, presented writing trainings, facilitated a book study on Teach Like a Champion, and served on the safety and community team and as our math site leader. Her RTI PowerPoint was submitted by Title I to the State of Nevada as an exemplary sample of our RTI process. Kudos to Jenna for doing all this and more and always with a smile on her face!
Stephanie
Harris
MJ Christensen Elementary School
We are honored that Mrs. Stephanie Harris joined our MJ family this school year! She teaches our intermediate MCS class. Mrs. Harris has raised the academic bar for her students, and they have made tremendous gains academically and socially! She incorporates fun and engaging activities into her instruction including cooking, music, and dance. Thank you, Mrs. Harris for helping our students “sail to new horizons!”
Nicole
Wilson
Roger Bryan Elementary School
Nicole Wilson is a dedicated 3rd grade teacher who devotes her time and talents to the students. Her knowledge of NVACS is outstanding and she has done an exceptional job of leading her grade level in unwrapping standards and creating common assessments. She has a thorough understanding of analyzing the data, in order to drive instruction. She has a wonderful rapport with the students and meets all of their needs through her differentiation of lessons, using a variety of strategies, techniques and resources.Nicole is increasing her knowledge of technology by implementing the use of classroom responders and Smart Board interactive activities into her daily lessons.She is a mentor and master teacher, who volunteers to share her expertise with university observation students and student teachers.She is the grade level chair and math site representative.