Mr. Landry’s Positive Attitude

Kyle joined us in the Fall of this year, entering the Special Education field for the first time since completing his BA in Psychology. He has a strong commitment to youth with special needs, having been involved in adaptive karate locally. He quickly has become an integral part of the BEST Academy community. He is willing to work with any student, building strong connections with even the most complex students. He is eager to learn and constantly active and involved. Kyle’s coworkers have recognized his willingness to learn and support in any situation. He responds quickly to any area of [...]

Mr. Landry’s Positive Attitude2022-01-18T00:34:15-05:00

Staff of the Month: Ms. J (Malry)

Ms. J (Malry) began her career here in the Spring of 2019 as an Assistant Teacher. She learned the High Road Model very quickly. Her vast knowledge of special education and ability to learn made her the ideal staff. She has dedicated her time to working with students and building their confidence towards learning. She has supported the program by developing 4 Step plans, Lesson Planning, and monitoring students daily progress. She continues to better herself by obtaining a degree in Education. She hopes to become a teacher and help children of all ages. Today, we celebrate [...]

Staff of the Month: Ms. J (Malry)2022-01-18T00:31:55-05:00

Staff of the Month: Mrs. Scherer

What impact has Mrs. Scherer had on colleagues on students over the past month? Allyson has had a great start to the school year. She has encouraged exemplary behavior in all of her students, and is prepared for all aspects of her day.. Why do other staff members say about working with Allyson? Allyson is supportive, prepared, helpful, and accountable. She is a great resource for her fellow staff members, and a great example of a High Road teacher. Allyson is a great example of what is expected of a High Road teacher. She is [...]

Staff of the Month: Mrs. Scherer2022-01-18T00:33:29-05:00

Staff of the Month: Dan Jones, Special Education Teacher

What impact has Charlie had on colleagues and students over the past month? Dan has done an exemplary job stepping into his new role as teacher this school year. His passion and desire to educate the students is palpable with the staff. His lessons involve excellent engagement as well as sticking to the High Road model. Why did the team select Dan as Staff of the Month? We chose Dan as staff of the month because he is always the first person to help out in the classroom, he makes himself available to students for breaks, and [...]

Staff of the Month: Dan Jones, Special Education Teacher2022-01-18T00:33:33-05:00

Staff of the Month – Marconi

Mr. Glines and Ms. Degrate were voted as co-stars of the month at Sierra Marconi for the month of August. Mr. Glines is the teacher in Room 1 and Ms. Degrate is one of the Teaching assistants in Classroom 1. Both of these staff have dealt with some of our school’s most challenging students and have done so with a smile on their face. They make a great team in the classroom. Ms. Degrate is always a go-to​ in behavior management, she is consistent, firm and fair. Mr. Glines has taught and assisted in multiple classrooms before landing in [...]

Staff of the Month – Marconi2022-01-18T00:33:34-05:00