Falcon Pride Students of the Month

 Please join us in congratulating our Falcon Pride Students of the Month for September...

Amira Rachidi & Nicholas Crispino!

Both Amira and Nicholas were recognized by teachers around the building for their positive contributions to our school and community. 

Nominated by Mrs. Vislosky, Nicholas has grown to be a leader in the media center, helping his peers by showing them how to use equipment in the library and maker space. According to Mrs. Vislosky, "He is so helpful to other students. He came in to use the 3D printer on the first day of school and has now recruited three other kids to use the area. He teaches them all how to use the software, save files, etc. without any complaints!"

Nominated by Mrs. Vesia, Amira has shown a dedication to her studies at the start of the school year, and has gone above and beyond in helping her classmates around the building. According to Mrs. Vesia, "Amira has dedicated herself to her academic studies. In addition, she has gone above and beyond to include new students to help them feel welcomed at JTHS."

Both Amira and Nicholas will receive custom t-shirts, certificates, and a gift card to a local business in the community. 

Please congratulate both students when you see them. Thank you for your continued support of this program!

September Staff Member of the Month

 Please join us in congratulating our Staff Member of the Month for September...

Mr. Steve Barbato!

Mr. Barbato is a ball of energy down in the D-wing and brings his passion for teaching, learning, and building relationships with his students to JTHS each and every day. As his colleagues can attest, Mr. Barbato keeps the building laughing with his sense of humor. Most recently, Mr. Barbato gave up time over the summer to craft a new AI policy for his classroom that was later adopted by the school and district for use this year. For all of his work, and everything he brings to the Falcon Community, we are truly grateful!

According to his colleagues:

"Steve is truly one-of-a-kind. He works each day to get the most out of his students, and they leave his classroom each period with a deeper appreciation of English and learning."

"We are so grateful for Steve each day. Especially for his work on the AI policy for this school year!".

"I have seen Steve give up his free time around the building to sit with students he doesn't even have and help them through a crisis. He truly understands that relationships matter in the classroom."

Thank you for all that you do, Mr. B! The Falcon will make its home in D-13 for the next month.