September Staff Member of the Month!

Please join us as we congratulate Ms. Jasminka Nakev on being named Staff Member of the Month for September! Ms. Nakev is a dedicated instructional aide in the building who goes above and beyond on a daily basis to support her students. She is also always there to help anyone whenever they are in need.

According to her colleagues:

"Jasminka is so quick to jump in and help cover other para's and/or help out in the building. Not once did she say no all of last year when needed to help fill holes in another para's schedule. Always with a smile, always professional, always agreeable."

"Jasminka covers many different students and is always professional, kind and respectful, giving her students space to get through their day successfully."

Thank you for all that you do for our school and community, Ms. Nakev! The Staff Member of the Month Falcon is yours for October!

JTHS Quick Contacts

 Please see the new document below for a list of quick emergency contacts in the building. A copy has been placed in all mailboxes as well!

Happy Summer!

 

October Staff Member of the Month

 Please join us as we congratulate Ms. Cassie Soto on being named Staff Member of the Month for October! In addition to teaching English 11 and English 12, Ms. Soto has shown tremendous dedication to our students by directing this year's fall drama, Almost, Maine (be sure to get your tickets for next week!). We thank Ms. Soto for her kindness, dedication, and commitment to always growing as an educator!

Here is what a fellow faculty member had to say about Ms. Soto:

"When I think of a great teacher, I think of someone who respects students. I think of someone who is warm, enthusiastic, and caring. A great teacher is not afraid to ask for help and is comfortable collaborating with colleagues. A great teacher creates a sense of community in her classroom where students feel safe, yet challenged. She is a cheerleader. She is Cassie Soto."

Here is what one of her students had to say about Ms. Soto:

"Ms. Soto is a really good teacher because she puts her heart and soul into everything she does. She is dedicated both in class and in the Fall Drama, and is doing a great job!"

Our Falcon will be housed in Ms. Soto's room for the next month. We are so lucky that you are part of the Falcon Family, Ms. Soto! Congratulations and thank you for all that you do!

September Staff Member of the Month!

 Please join us as we congratulate Mrs. Molly Neral on being named Staff Member of the Month for September! Mrs. Neral is a pillar of our math department at JTHS and currently teaches AP Statistics, Geometry, and SAT Preparation. Mrs. Neral is compassionate, dedicated, and committed to the success of her students. 

Here is what a fellow faculty member had to say about Mrs. Neral: 

"I have been around a long time and I must say Molly is one of my favorite co-teachers that I have ever worked with. Molly always expects the most from her students. She gets them to meet her expectations by having a great blend of holding her students accountable as well as being very compassionate to their individual needs. Her students know how much she cares and they do not want to disappoint. Congratulations, well deserved."

Here is what one of her students had to say about Mrs. Neral:

"Mrs. Neral is always extremely positive in the classroom. What I appreciate the most is that she always goes out of her way to make sure we understand the content, even staying with us after school to help us. She is approachable and extremely understanding."

Our Falcon will be housed in Mrs. Neral's room for the next month. We are so lucky that you are part of the Falcon Family, Mrs. Neral! Congratulations and thank you for all that you do!

Staff Member of the Month - Mrs. Paccioretti

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Virginia Paccioretti on being named Staff Member of the Month for January here at JTHS. Ginny is a paraprofessional working with Ashley Dispenziere's classes and has been in the district for 22 years.  She is kind, caring, and compassionate, and we truly appreciate how supportive she is to our students. She's super friendly, too!

Here's what the staff has to say about Ginny:

"Mrs. Paccioretti is a hands-on and caring staff member. She works well beyond her hours to provide classroom support and make all activities, such as Jefferson Java, possible! Her bright smile and great sense of humor never go unnoticed by the students and staff in the building! We are so lucky to have her!"  

"Love Miss Ginny! She is always so friendly -  miss her smiling face because we have no Jefferon Java right now - cannot wait to see her and the kids back soon :)"

Here's what her students have to say about Mrs. Paccioretti:

“She is awesome!”

“She is Great!!!”

“She is a good aide!”

“She helps me get my work done” 

“We like her so much!”

Thanks to Mr. Paccioretti for sending us the photo of Ginny with the Falcon. Mrs. Paccioretti will keep the Falcon for the whole month and park in a priority spot when we return to hybrid learning. Stop by D9 and say "congratulations!" Great job, Mrs. P.!

Staff Member of the Month - Mrs. Vandigriff

Please join us in congratulating Teacher of English Mrs. Patty Vandigriff on being named Staff Member of the Month for November here at JTHS. Mrs. Vandigriff has been a member of the Falcon Family for 20 years, primarily working with freshmen students! She is a seasoned debate coach and is always such a merchant of hope and positivity.

Here's what the staff has to say about Patty:

"Patty always brings a smile wherever she goes, and her students always feel loved and supported." 

"Patty went out of her way to assist the faculty in organizing their Realtime gradebooks by cohort to streamline the process." 

One of Mrs. Vandigriff's students said this about her: "Mrs. Vandigriff is one of the most empathetic, patient, and kind-hearted teachers at the high school. We appreciate all of the work you do for your students, staff members, and the debate team. Thank you for being an awesome teacher and congrats on receiving Staff Member of the Month!"

Mrs. Vandigriff is a true model for treating students with empathy and compassion, which is more important than ever right now. Patty will keep the Falcon statue for the whole month and will have a premier parking spot when we return. We're so proud of you, Patty!