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Guilford, CT Teacher Appreciation Week 2026

Melissa Jones Elementary
Ms. Pierce
Thank you for being an amazing teacher and for letting us have the prize wheel! I love being in your class this year.
Love,
Eliza đź’ś
The Krom Family

A.W. Cox Elementary
Mrs. Katlin DeStefano
Thank you for your wonderful work with all the children—and a special thank you for illuminating my daughter's path of learning. I deeply appreciate your patience, understanding, and the way you motivate each and every student; you have left an indelible mark on their lives.
Fernanda Castillo

Melissa Jones Elementary
Mrs. Cody
Mrs. Cody is a STAR! Such a warm and compassionate teacher. I could not have asked for a better kindergarten teacher for my son, he is beaming anytime he talks about her! She is so loved and appreciated by all her students!
Lucas Lavigne

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Emily Cowles
Thank you for all you do! We appreciate everything you do for all your students in creating a classroom where students feel safe and comfortable to grow as individuals!
Mackenzie

A.W. Cox Elementary
Mary Carroll
Thank you for your commitment to helping your students learn and grow! We appreciate all that you do. :)
Andrew Rizzo

Calvin Leete Elementary
Deidre Dolan
Thank you for making third grade so special. The laughs you all shared still come up in conversations at home. We love that everyone is scene and loved in your room. Thank you so much for being amazing and caring for our kiddo. We love you!
The Lizees

A.W. Cox Elementary
Ms. Maya Schofield
Thank you for your dedication, patience, and genuine care. As someone new, Max has gained confidence and a strong sense of security because of you. You have truly shaped what a great teacher looks like in his eyes. We are very grateful for the positive impact you've had on him.
Max Wu and family

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Mrs. Pazera
We are immensely grateful for the care, support, and encouragement that Mrs. Pazera has given not only Camryn but our entire family. Our daughter's growth is in large part due to the patience of her instruction.
Summa-Barbour Family

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Mrs. Pazera
Thank you for all you do for our students who need the most support. Your knowledge, expertise, creativity, and beliefe in your students do not go unnoticed, and are very much valued and appreciated. We are grateful for all that you do!
The Fourniers

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Mrs. Willet
You have been such a wonderful teacher to Margo this year. We are SO grateful for all that you do for her and all of your students to make them feel like confident, empowered learners who can conquer any challenge. We are grateful for all you do!
The Fourniers

Melissa Jones Elementary
Mrs. Mennone
Thank you Mrs. Mennone for sparking a love of school, curiosity, and joy in learning!! Thank you for a wonderful Kindergarten year!
Maxwell Wolujewicz

Melissa Jones Elementary
Kim Pierce
Thank you for ALL that you do, the entire year through, to help us be our best! We appreciate you more than you know!
Abigail Costello

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Mrs. Vail
Thank you for believing in me!
Brady Minott

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Sherri Stephens
Thank you for all you do for all your students! We appreciate your dedication and patience and making your room a safe space for kids to learn and grow as individuals!
Grayson

Calvin Leete Elementary
Kate Driscoll
To our all time orginal Fav- who changed our whole tune about school and learning. You took Aidan so far and your name comes up all the time at home and how much we all love you, how kind you are and how amazing a teacher you are. You are amazing!
The Lizees

Calvin Leete Elementary
Jamie Froelick
The absolute best of the best! So lucky to round out our last year at Leete with you. Thank you for being an amazing empathetic and caring teacher who goes above and beyond everyday to make our kiddo feel special. You are the best- Love the Lizees
The Lizees

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Rita Burkhardt
Miles comes home every day and tells us how much he loves his class and his teacher. Mrs Burkhardt consistently makes our son feel loved and appreciated; he is eager for the future of his academic career and we attribute that to Mrs Burkhardt. We love you!
The Honsbergers

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Ms. Green
Ms. Green goes above and beyond in the classroom to make students feel safe, cared for, and important. Her focus goes beyond the lesson and follows through when students come home! Thank you for all you do.
The Everts family

Guilford Lakes Elementary
Mrs. Onacilla
Thank you for all you do for Cole! We are so grateful for your hard work, patience, kindness, and high expectations. He has grown so much this year becaue of your support, and belief that he can accomplish his goals. Thank you for all you have done!
The Fourniers

Baldwin Middle School
Mrs. MacNab-Renauld
Amazing work transforming the fifth grade band from a group of kids who received brand new instruments in October to a band that can put on concerts!
Mitchell Johnson

