ALT Nicole posing with one of her students

ALT Nicole has been one of our highest performing teachers at Miner. This year, she has had to navigate a few barriers within her class, ranging from more challenging students and staffing issues. Despite these barriers, Nicole is always finding ways to support her students, staff and families and does it all with a smile on her face.

ALT Ricardo and friends posting for his Heartbeat award.

ALT Ricardo goes above and beyond for the staff! He always has a positive attitude no matter what situation comes along. He also makes the staff feel like family with his warm and generous attitude. He is so greatly appreciated! I would like to nominate Ricardo for the “heartbeat of the week” award. Ricardo’s positive attitude and tireless work ethic are truly inspiring. He is constantly running around to fix different problems that arise throughout the days and always has a joke or a smile on his face to lighten the mood. Not only that, but he knows our students by name and will interact with them when he sees them. His dedication to our school is truly commendable and I believe he deserves this recognition. Always does his best to make sure our school is safe for us. He runs around like crazy to provide for us! He’s a great help and always has a smile on his face! Ricardo is the best custodian! He keeps Miner working like a well oiled machine. He’s so busy throughout the day but when a

ALT Lauren and student posing with the heartbeat of the week award.

ALT Lauren is always striving to do what is best for kids, but while doing that she supports literally everyone in her path. She is a coach, a friend, a trainer, a trusted ear, a team player, a kind smile, and a dedicated professional. She is such a bright light and Miner is beyond lucky to have her.