Carolyn Smith, Welby Elementary

“She has the most warm, kind, inviting personality! My child was a bit anxious about starting the school year and when she met him he immediately felt excited for school. She has promoted a safe classroom where everyone is accepted and learning is a joy! She also has been so mindful of my son’s dairy sensitivity. She always finds a way for him to participate in an activity that has a dairy treat or will call us to check ingredient lists or have us send a safe food with him that day. My son has blossomed in her care! He loves school, he is making more friends, and he feels so confident in who he is because his teacher believes in him! We are so sad to see him move on to 4th grade because we trust that she loves and cares so much for her class. I truly hope that she is recognized for her hard work an dedication as a teacher! She is changing lives forever!”

-Danielle Thompson