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Shout OUTS! 2024-25

To: Beth MacKenna (Administration Center)
From: Adrienne France-Moore
SHOUT: Beth is an awesome manager/director. She is what a true manager means for our department. She is not one of those managers that all they do is delegate, she is one that will get down in the trenches with you! If we are short staffed, she will get in there and help no matter what! If we are short a cook she will get in there and start cooking, if we are short a dishwasher she will start washing dishes, if we are short a delivery driver she will get out there, use her own vehicle even and get the deliveries made.
 
Beth goes above and beyond to make sure her department work efficiently. Beth is everyone's mom, sister, friend, and excellent manager. She is strong and she is always fair. Beth will tell you if you right or if you are wrong but she will do it in a way that you will understand. Compared to other leaders I have dealt with in the past, hands down she is one of the best! I would not trade her in for anyone else. Always give accolades while they are around to receive them!
 
To: Tyia Shauland (Washington)
From: Ms. J (Edison)
SHOUT: Miss Shauland is a bridge between EJHS and WJHS. When needed, she is quick, accurate and professional. It is an awesome experience every time we work with Miss Shauland because she leads with a positive attitude. Regardless of the size of the request, Miss Shauland brings the same energy. Thanks for being Awesome!
 
To: Christie Berryhill (Longfellow)
From: Longfellow Crew
SHOUT: We are so incredibly lucky to have Mrs. Berryhill as part of our school family. Every day, she goes above and beyond in everything she does, whether it’s supporting our students, assisting teachers, or stepping up to help wherever needed. Her dedication, patience, and passion for making a difference shines through in every moment. She even gets some amazing deals to help our students with food, clothing or Santa's workshop.
 
Mrs. Berryhill, Thank YOU for being such a true asset to our school and for always giving your best. You make a lasting impact on everyone around you, and we are so grateful to have you on our team!
 
To: Sallie Konrardy (Longfellow)
SHOUT: Sallie is an amazing counselor! She does a lot that goes unnoticed and doesn't always get recognized for all that she does. She goes above and beyond to help the students here at Longfellow and deserves a huge SHOT OUT for all the amazing things she does. Sallie does a lot of check in's with students on a daily basis to make sure that they are ready for his/her day but also takes time out to ask how the adults are doing too. She takes on our ROAR cards where students are given a card and could win a prize. She does lunch bunch groups with students, in which they LOVE. She's a valuable asset to us here and the staff is very grateful for her. Thank you Sallie for everything you do!!! You're very much appreciated!!
To: Brenda Robb & Corey Ramsey (RI Academy)
From: Bettina McWilliams
SHOUT: Mrs. Robb and Mr. Ramsey were greeting their Head Start students as they arrived at school in the rain. These teachers had no idea that I could see or hear them. They were telling the students how glad they were that they made it to school, and how awesome it was to see them. I didn't notice that either of them had an umbrella, but that did not stop them from greeting each student. The students were elated and seemed very happy to see their teachers as well. It warmed my heart to see these interactions! What a great demonstration of why we are at the RIMSD...our students.
 
To: Halle O'Connor (RI Center for Math & Science)
SHOUT: Since Ms. O'Connor has joined RICMS I have witnessed her selfless compassion for both students and staff many times. She has filled many positions and supported many activities for all in our building. I have really enjoyed watching her support all classrooms this year. I see her interactions with the students who most need her support, and I feel so fortunate in knowing they have her kind talents alongside their classroom teachers or in their absence to navigate their day. We are so lucky to have her as part of our team! Thank you, Ms. O'Connor, for being the wonderful person and educator you are!
 
 
To: Dan Colbrese and Shannon Hudson
From: Mrs. Smith (Washington)
SHOUT:  Mr. Dan Colbrese and Mr. Shannon Hudson have done a great job with the new security procedures and systems. Washington has noticed your dedication to helping the students learn a new process and diligence with handling situations around security. Thanks for all of your continued support and positive efforts.
 
To: The whole staff at Edison
From: Gretchen O'Brien
SHOUT: The whole staff at Edison has been amazingly welcoming and helpful to me and the rest of the new staff as we adjust to a new school. Every single person in the building has checked in, offered to help, or made sure we didn't need anything. I am lucky to work in a school that has such an amazing climate and culture. Their passion for the students and their fellow staff members shines through every day.
To: Roxanna Claude, Tracy Wyers - Administration Center, Gail Jefferson - Ridgewood
From: Gretchen Hampsey & Jennifer Walthall
SHOUT: These ladies all stepped up at the very last minute to provide coverage for the Business Office at registration this year. This allowed us to focus on time-sensitive projects that happened to fall during the same week. We couldn't have met our deadlines without their willingness to help. We want to offer our sincerest appreciation to these coworkers!
 
To: Sam Reyes - Administration Center
From: Kathy Karstens
SHOUT: Sam is one of our Technology Support Specialists. My computer quit working and I submitted a tech ticket and took my computer down to the administration building. Technology had been busy the week before with registration and were working to get new teachers set up with computers. Even though he was super busy he looked at my computer and had it fixed in about 15 minutes!!! I am so appreciative! Especially because this is such a crazy time of year!