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Break The Mold
New Haven Elementary School Teacher Robin Vogelpohl is February's Break The Mold recipient. New Haven Parent Jill Price writes about Robin: " While we know that certainly time is something all could use more of, it does not keep one of your teachers from charging forward from aiding her students. Class size changes monthly and her student's talents also range as one would expect, however she moves forward as though each student is a royal. She does exactly what one would come to expect but also so much more.
We believe that this teacher is truly a blessing for all the children in her class and all those who have the good fortune of interacting with her. Our child faced many challenges at the beginning of the school year but with her efforts she has raised his academics and personal confidence. We attribute his success to Robin Vogelpohl, who is better than royalty! Robin is an amazing Fourth Grade Teacher whose tireless efforts have helped shape our child into a positive thinking young man. Robin, you are making a difference with every student, every day. Thank you for allowing teaching to be more than just a job for you. Thank you for sharing your gifts with others and for inspiring others. You should be the mold for others!"
Break The Mold is sponsored by Yesterday's Cafe and Matcha Bar.
Achieving Excellence Award: Kona Ice
After five prototypes and lots of changes, Kona Ice opened for business in 2007. In the first year of business, the company sold 13 local franchises. Today, they have nearly 500 franchises in 48 states. Mr. Lamb has said one of the most important parts of his business is giving back to the community. In a quote from Fox Business June 1, 2015, Mr. Lamb said, "We are community tied...when it's all said and done, it's all about the relationships and how you connect with customers and whose lives you can impact." Since opening for business, Kona Ice has reported giving $26 million to various organizations, including schools and sports leagues. Boone County Schools have been grateful recipients of this great generosity which has earned Kona Ice our Achieving Excellence Award. The award was received by Tony Lamb - President and founder, Jake Lamb, Local Operations Manager and Ralph Mcwhorter General Manager. Congratulations!
Employees receiving certifications or recognitions
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L to R: Kathy Reutman, Jerome Bowles, Dr. Cheser
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Congratulations to the individuals above. Food Service employee Tina Haley from RA JOnes Middle School has earned a Level 1 Certification from the School Nutrition Association. Finance/Accounting Supervisor Amy Lampone received the School Financial Manager Certification from UK's Gatton Business College. Erpenbeck Elementary School Music Teacher Betty Webber recently recieved the KMEA Music Teacher of the Year Award. Executive Director of Student Services Kathy Reutman was presented with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Education Partner Award from orthern Kentucky NAACP President Jerome Bowles. This NAACP award is given to individuals who work in the community to promote diversity and equal opportunities for all people.
Governor's Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership Fellows
Boone County has 11 new parents who have recently become Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership Fellows. This 6 day course, offered through the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence, brings together parents, teachers, community members, and school administrators for training, information, and experiences that help them work as partners to raise student achievement. Congratulations and thank you for being passionate about improving Kentucky public schools.
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Anastasia Perez-New Haven Elementary
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Mark Fowler-Gray Middle
| Rachel Pearson-Longbranch Elementary | Kerry Knight- Ockerman Middle
| Rachel Salsberry-Longbranch Elementary | | Amy Knight-Ockerman Middle | Jennifer Peterson-Thornwilde Elementary | | Melissa Offill-North Pointe Elementary | Robbie Matthews-North Pointe Elementary | | Traci McGuire-New Haven Elementary |
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Sportsmanship Award
The Sportsmanship Award is given to high school students who demonstrate outstanding school spirit and leadership, work hard in the classroom, get the standard for god sportsmanship, demonstrating unselfishness and fair polay at all times, and are excellent ambassadors for his/her individual school as well as for teh entire district. The following are February's Sportsmanship Award recipients. Cody Traylor from Boone County High School is not pictured.
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| | Seth Keller - Cooper High School |
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| | Madison Jones - Ryle High School |
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School Board Workshop
A school board workshop was held this week where school board members, principals and other professional educators were in attendance to learn about the Happiness Advantage by researcher, author and consultant, Shawn Achor. It explains in depth the seven principles of positive psychology that fuel success and performance at work. The workshop is part of ongoing Professional Development in Boone County Schools for educators to gain and improve the knowledge and skills important for student achievement.
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