Independence High School

Congratulations to Brhiana Wilson, our ESL Coordinator. Please read below what last week's KOW had to say about why she was chosen:
Ms. Wilson consistently ensures that our multilingual learners receive the support they need both inside and outside of the classroom. Her dedication helps foster not only their academic achievement but also their confidence and overall personal growth.
One of Ms. Wilson’s most notable strengths is her collaborative spirit and warm, approachable demeanor. She leads and supports others with kindness, patience, and a genuine desire to uplift those around her, creating an environment where both students and colleagues feel supported and empowered.
Ms. Wilson also demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Her willingness to share her expertise while also learning alongside her colleagues strengthens our collective capacity to serve students effectively. Our campus community is stronger because of her leadership, and our students benefit greatly from her consistent dedication to their success.

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Congratulations to Ms. Akesha Joseph, our Knight of the Week. Please read below what last week's KOW had to say about why she was chosen:
I selected Ms. Joseph to be the Knight of the Week because she consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication, kindness, and professionalism in everything she does. She approaches each day with a genuinely positive attitude that uplifts those around her, and she is always willing to step in and help in any situation, no matter how big or small. Ms. Joseph goes above and beyond to support both students and colleagues, creating a welcoming and encouraging environment where everyone feels valued. Her reliability, compassion, and commitment to excellence make a meaningful impact on our campus, and she is truly deserving of this recognition.

Congratulations to Elizabeth Christie, our Staff Knight of the Week. Please read below what last week's KOW had to say about what she was chosen for.
As the sponsor of the Knight Buddy Club, Coach Christie consistently shows incredible patience, kindness, and dedication to our students. She is always very supportive of various SPED activities, especially the Up All Knight Coffee program.
Whenever students deliver her coffee order, she warmly greets them, listens patiently to what they have to say, and treats them with genuine kindness and respect. These small moments mean so much to our students and truly reflect the caring person she is.
Coach Christie’s friendly attitude, positive energy, and engaging teaching style make a lasting impression on everyone around her. Our students are very fortunate to have her support and encouragement.

Congratulations to Chun Yi Chieh, our Knight of the Week. Please read below to see what last week's KOWs had to say about her work and why she was chosen.

We would like to nominate Chun Yi Chieh for Knight of the Week. She helps make our classroom a welcoming place for every student. As a para to students who join us in Theatre, the support she provides to both of us, along with the students, makes us truly feel lucky to work alongside her. She is kind, supportive, and hilarious, bringing positivity and laughter into the room every day. She knows the students so well and consistently goes above and beyond to make sure they feel confident, included, and successful. Her encouragement and partnership have meant so much to our theatre department this year, and our students are better because of it. She is truly an asset to our school community, and we are grateful for the care, dedication, and joy she brings to her work.

Congratulations to our Knights of the Week, Christine McClung and Jenna Truitt. Please read below what last week's KOW had to say about why they were chosen.

Christine McClung and Jenna Truitt are the dynamic duo deserving of this award. Day in and day out, they go above and beyond to ensure that each student in their classes can shine not only on the stage but off the stage as well. Their patience, dedication, hard work, and caring personalities create an atmosphere where students feel encouraged to step out of their comfort zones, achieve their goals, and succeed in ways once thought unimaginable. They bring joy and excitement to everyone around them and make each of their students feel valued and important. We are truly blessed to have them at IHS.

Congratulations to Cindy McCurtain, our Knight of the Week. Please see below what last week's KOW had to say about why she was chosen:
Cindy McCurtain goes above and beyond to serve the students of IHS as our speech pathologist. Cindy makes an effort to truly know her students and do everything she can to support them and help them grow. I am always so impressed by how she is able to turn each moment into a learning moment for her students. Cindy brings warmth, kindness, and joy to everyone around her, and we are so grateful to have her at IHS!

Ms. Geller is our IHS Knight of the Week!
At the heart of our HIME is Sarah Geller, who brings warmth, kindness, and an incredible spirit to IHS every single day. As our librarian, she is endlessly welcoming of ideas, builds amazing resources, and goes above and beyond to support both students and staff. Her hard work, creativity, and genuine care make our campus a better place. We are incredibly thankful for Sarah and truly blessed to have her as part of our Independence family.

IHS Knight of the Week Teacher is: Mrs. Sinclair!
Mrs. Sinclair works diligently to ensure that her students have the support they need to meet the high-level thinking challenges of her classes. She holds them accountable for all the Knight's traits, and she not only models for them with kindness and respect, but she also teaches them to be critical thinkers and adaptable problem-solvers. Candice continuously supports others with her positive attitude and helpful spirit. We are lucky to have her as part of our Knight Family and students are lucky to grow in her classes due to her high standards, meticulous planning, and effective communication, and heart for students.

IHS Staff Knight of the Week:
Kim is an amazing testing coordinator! She does so much behind-the-scenes work that each test administration goes smoothly every time. It may appear to be effortless, but in fact, it requires so much effort with several moving parts. She is so proficient and efficient in her job role that our school benefits from this. Her level of organization and problem-solving is excellent and gold star worthy. Her ability to plan, coordinate, and communicate is admirable. She makes sure that every student is taken care of and has whatever they may need on testing day. If there is ever a question or concern, she is always willing to listen and help. Her calm leadership makes for a positive testing experience for our staff. Mrs. Colon is so deserving of this honor because her role directly impacts our entire HIME community.

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