Ignitor of the week

Officer G

Officer G ensures safety & goes above & beyond to foster genuine connections with our students. She's committed to the well-being of our students & makes a point to be visible around the building. Officer G's impact & sincere interest for our students has been incredible.

Caldwell

Mrs. Caldwell is a strong instructional leader & dynamic teacher. She's been instrumental in shaping Shuford's instructional framework. She engages students with diverse teaching methods and fosters a positive learning environment. Her commitment to excellence is inspiring.

Whiteheart

Mrs. Whiteheart sets an admirable example by always striving to improve. She constantly seeks new knowledge/skills to enhance her teaching & is always ready to embrace new challenges & implement innovative techniques in her classroom; her commitment is truly commendable.

Morrow

Mr. Morrow's energy is contagious & his positive attitude brightens every classroom moment. He engages students with a variety of activities to keep them excited about STEAM & is always ready to jump in & lend a helping hand when needed & does so with a smile on his face.

BYang

Ms. B Yang is exceptional & consistently goes above & beyond. She advocates for her students & is highly involved in the school community; taking on additional responsibilities & leadership roles. Her dedication & commitment to her students & our school is truly inspiring.

W

Mrs. Warren brings a contagious enthusiasm to her classroom. She's intentional about using effective teaching strategies from the instructional framework, & finds a way to make learning exciting & knows how to engage every student.

Star

Ms. Starrs has extensive experience teaching a variety of subjects & types of students. Using brain research to inform her management style & prime students for learning. She has an innate curiosity & an unparalleled desire to constantly improve.

Roberts

Mrs. Roberts always maintains a calming presence with her students & handles any situation with grace. She imparts knowledge while understanding & supporting her students on a deep level in a nurturing learning environment. It's evident her students feel loved & respected.

Bryan

Ms. Bryan is always thinking of creative ways to boost positive energy. Students connect with her & each other through different activities, morning meetings & integrated learning activities. Students are greeted every morning & know they're a part of a classroom family.

Tas

Our TAs are always willing to jump in & support our school. They go above & beyond to support our students; whether they are running an intervention group, subbing for a teacher, or working with students during small groups, they give their all to everything they do.

Waddell

Ms. Waddell empowers her students with leadership roles. By fostering a culture of responsibility, she enriches their educational experiences and nurtures future leaders. Her students show pride in their roles and are excited about new challenges.

Burkhalter

Ms. Burkhalter captivates her students' attention, goes above and beyond to engage her students, and sets the bar high. She believes in the potential of every child, teaches students to embrace challenges, and helps build resiliency.

McCarthy

Ms. McCarthy has many strengths, but one of her greatest is meeting students emotionally and academically where they’re at. She regularly seeks out resources and focuses on the whole child to create a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Korn

Ms. Korn has transitioned into her role as our new EC teacher like a pro! Her positive attitude & friendly spirit brings joy to the students & staff at Shuford. She's an advocate for her students and does what she can to support all of our students.

Baucom

Mrs. Baucom has made it a priority to learn all about her EL students & ensure she's meeting their needs. She's digging into the curriculum & meeting with other teachers to make sure she's creating & implementing lessons that are most beneficial for her students.

King

Mrs. King always makes an effort to communicate with families & keeps parents up to date with what students are learning. She shares video support on weekly math concepts & is very intentional in modeling & teaching her students how to communicate using academic language.

Almanza

Ms. Almanza has worked hard to create an inclusive classroom space. She has books displayed around her classroom to celebrate different cultures. The 3rd-grade team and her have been intentional about planning lessons and activities focused around Hispanic Heritage Month.

Ms. Sauceda

Mrs. Balis is intentional about recognizing students for who they are & celebrates diversity in the classroom community she's building. She's always attentive to student needs & does whatever it takes to ensure students have everything they need to feel safe & successful.