Principal Sarah Laramie

📚 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Lauren Soto! 🌟

This week, we’re excited to feature the incredible Ms. Lauren Soto, our dedicated 5th-grade teacher! 🍎✨ Ms. Soto brings creativity, passion, and enthusiasm to her classroom, creating an environment where students feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn.

Whether she’s guiding her students through challenging lessons, fostering teamwork during group activities, or celebrating their successes, Ms. Soto’s positive energy makes a lasting impact. 📝💡 Her ability to connect with her students ensures they leave her class feeling empowered and ready to take on new challenges.

Thank you, Ms. Soto, for your dedication, kindness, and for making a difference every day! 💙 We’re so lucky to have you as part of the Legacy Gilbert family, inspiring our students to thrive and grow.

🔢 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Erin Johnson! 🌟

This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight the incredible Ms. Erin Johnson, our amazing Junior High Math and Science teacher! 🧪✨ Known for her love of all things pink 💖, Ms. Johnson brings color, energy, and enthusiasm into every lesson she teaches.

Her unique ability to make complex math concepts click and science experiments come to life makes learning exciting and fun for her students. 🧬📊 Ms. Johnson’s classroom is a place where curiosity thrives, challenges are embraced, and students are encouraged to think critically and boldly.

Thank you, Ms. Johnson, for your dedication to helping students unlock their potential—and for showing us all that even math and science can have a pop of pink! 💖

📚 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Candy Carter! 🌟

This week, we’re excited to spotlight the amazing Ms. Candy Carter, our dedicated 4th-grade teacher! 🍎✨ Ms. Carter brings energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for learning into her classroom every single day.

Her ability to connect with students and make lessons engaging ensures her classroom is a space where curiosity flourishes and confidence grows. 📝 Whether she’s diving into exciting new topics or encouraging her students to push past challenges, Ms. Carter’s impact is felt far beyond the classroom walls.

Thank you, Ms. Carter, for your commitment to inspiring the next generation of learners. 💙 We are so grateful to have you on the Legacy Gilbert team, helping students succeed and grow every step of the way!

📚 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Kelly Reap! 🌟

This week, we’re honored to feature Ms. Kelly Reap, our dedicated 2nd-grade teacher who has been an essential part of the Legacy family for an incredible 16 years! 🍎💙

Ms. Reap’s experience and passion shine in everything she does. Over the years, she has touched countless young lives, fostering a love for learning and helping students grow both academically and personally. Her classroom is a place where curiosity is nurtured, kindness is encouraged, and every child feels seen and supported. 🌱✨

Thank you, Ms. Reap, for your unwavering dedication, wisdom, and the heart you bring to our school each day. Your legacy of excellence continues to inspire us all, and we are so lucky to have you as part of the Legacy Gilbert family!

📋 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Tae Caldwell! 🌟

This week, we’re excited to spotlight the amazing Ms. Tae Caldwell, our wonderful Front Office Secretary and the heartbeat of Legacy Gilbert! 💙 Whether she’s greeting families with a warm smile, answering questions, or keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, Ms. Caldwell brings kindness, patience, and organization to every task.

She is often the first person our students and families meet, and her welcoming presence creates a positive atmosphere from the moment they step through the doors. ✨ Her ability to juggle countless responsibilities with grace makes a huge impact on our school community every single day.

Thank you, Ms. Caldwell, for your dedication, positivity, and for being the glue that holds it all together! We are so grateful to have you as part of the Legacy Gilbert family. 💙

🎨 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Ms. Erin Loretz (aka Ms. Spaghetti)! 🌟

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our incredible Art Teacher, Ms. Erin Loretz—known affectionately by students as Ms. Spaghetti! 🍝✨

Ms. Loretz turns creativity into an adventure, inspiring students to express themselves through vibrant colors, bold designs, and unique projects. 🖌️ From painting masterpieces to exploring new mediums, she makes every class a joyful journey into the world of art. 🎨

Her passion for creativity not only enhances artistic skills but also nurtures students’ confidence, problem-solving abilities, and appreciation for beauty in the world around them. 🌍

Thank you, Ms. Loretz, for bringing so much imagination, energy, and heart to Legacy Gilbert! 💙 We’re grateful for the inspiration you provide every day, helping students see that the possibilities are endless when they create.

📚 Teacher Focus Tuesday: Meet Mrs. Sarah Laramie! 🌟

This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Mrs. Sarah Laramie, the heart and soul of Legacy Gilbert as our Principal! 💙 With her vision, leadership, and unwavering dedication, Mrs. Laramie ensures that every student, staff member, and family feels valued and supported.

From setting high academic standards to fostering a positive, inclusive school culture, Mrs. Laramie leads with compassion and purpose. Whether she’s cheering on students at events, mentoring staff, or building connections with families, she goes above and beyond to create a community where everyone can thrive.

Thank you, Mrs. Laramie, for your tireless commitment to making Legacy Gilbert a place of learning, growth, and joy. Your passion and leadership inspire us all!

📚❄️ Winter Fun in the Library! 🎄🍬

Our library is joining in on the holiday spirit! While students were busy picking out their favorite books 📖💙, they got a chance to take part in a fun challenge:

🎁 Guess how many candy canes are in the box! 🍭

How many sweet treats do you think there were? 🤔✨ Stay tuned to find out the answer! A big thank you to our library team for adding a sprinkle of holiday magic to reading time! 💫

🏆🐻 Grizzly Monthly Awards: Celebrating Excellence! 🎉✨

This month, we honored some amazing classrooms with our Grizzly Monthly Awards! These awards recognize students for their outstanding behavior, teamwork, and pride in their school. Here are this month’s winners:

🚒 Gilbert Firefighters (Best in Fire Drills): Ms. Gouba’s Class! 👏
🧹 Golden Dustpan (Cleanest Classroom): Ms. Utic’s Class! 💫
👩‍🍳 Top Chefs (Cleanest Cafeteria Area): Ms. Knight’s Class! 🥳
📚 Head Librarian (Best Behavior in the Library): Ms. Tremp’s Class! 🌟
🦙 No Drama Llamas (Best Behavior in Computer Class): Ms. Pascale’s Class! 🖥️🙌

A huge congratulations to these incredible students and teachers for setting the bar high! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication. 💙🏫

🌟🏫 December’s Staff Member of the Month: Mr. Patrick Castro! 🎉👏

We are excited to recognize Mr. Patrick Castro as our December Staff Member of the Month! His kindness, dedication, and willingness to help make him an essential part of our Legacy Gilbert family. Here are just a few things his colleagues had to say:

🗣️ “Mr. Patrick is absolutely AMAZING! The kids he works with love him.”
🗣️ “He is so kind and friendly to all students!”
🗣️ “He works so hard and truly deserves this recognition.”
🗣️ “He is involved in every aspect of the school and is always willing to help where needed.”

Mr. Patrick’s daily efforts and positive spirit do not go unnoticed. Thank you, Mr. Patrick, for your hard work, kindness, and dedication to our students and staff. We appreciate everything you do! 💙🙌

🗿✨ 7th Grade Explores the Aztecs Through 3D Art! 🎨📚

Mr. Lambert’s 7th-grade students took their learning to the next level with creative 3D art projects showcasing their findings about the Aztecs! 🏺🔍

From detailed models of ancient temples to representations of Aztec culture and daily life, these projects brought history to life in a hands-on and visually stunning way. 🏛️✨

We are so proud of the effort and creativity our students put into these projects — amazing work, 7th graders! 🎉👏

🌟🍎 December’s Teacher of the Month: Ms. Morris! 🎉👏

We are thrilled to celebrate Ms. Morris as our December Teacher of the Month! Her skills, dedication, and calm demeanor have made a lasting impact on our students and staff. Here’s what her colleagues had to say:

🗣️ “I’m going to vote for this teacher every month until they win! I couldn’t be more impressed with their skills and perseverance.”
🗣️ “She remains calm, kind, and understanding, even when working with students who are struggling.”
🗣️ “Her role is challenging, but she handles it with poise and grace.”
🗣️ “She stepped in as the K-2 special education teacher and has done a fantastic job helping her students succeed.”

Ms. Morris consistently goes above and beyond to ensure each student gets the individualized support they need. Her collaboration with general education teachers and commitment to student success is truly inspiring! 💙

Thank you, Ms. Morris, for your dedication and for being such an incredible part of our Legacy Gilbert family! 🥰📚