Kudos

Submit a thoughtful note, photo, or a piece of art created at home to thank someone special in the Foote community. Check back later and watch the board grow!

Give Kudos

"Thanks to the second grade team for sharing the wonderful Andy Goldsworthy project!"

~ Joe C.

"I would like to thank all my colleagues for doing what they do best, for teaching faculty providing the best most personal distance learning program and for my fellow staff and administrators for taking every family's needs into account and continuing to keep the Foote community together."

~ Jody A.

~ Amy C.

"Adam Solomon is such a gifted, caring, thoughtful and joyous teacher that he makes me a better parent."

~ Anonymous

I come from a long line of teachers and I am a teacher myself. I was raised to revere teachers and I always have. But it wasn't until I watched Hilary move 1-X online that the reverence seeped all the way into my marrow. When talent and love combine they are unstoppable. Thank you Hilary!"

~ Anonymous

"We are deeply grateful for the love, care and patient guidance that Kim and Felicia offer 1Y every single day. Despite the distance that these days have brought upon us, we can feel their incredible devotion, commitment and support in profound and very concrete ways. Thank you so much for all the work you do!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Mr. Solomon & Mr. Sweet, for the great contribution to the 5th & 8th grade respectively. I have seen teacher's dedication and effort, but never at that level before. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Ms. Raymond! You are a very special teacher and advisor. We truly appreciate your efforts to keep our kids engaged. I also find your positive attitude uplifting!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Mr. Turner! We appreciate your willingness to hear our concerns and to always offer thoughtful replies and solutions. It isn't easy to be the head of a Middle School during this difficult time and we are grateful for your hard work."

~ Anonymous

"Ms. Lu, thank you for your extraordinary dedication to teaching our children Chinese! I love that you believe in them and have such high expectations. You are a very special teacher."

~ Anonymous

"Mr. Schlusberg, you are the special type of teacher that changes lives! Participating in the school's drama program has been a transformational experience for our child. We appreciate your dedication to the arts and the understanding of the power of theater in influencing the lives of young people."

~ Anonymous

"Mr. Sweet, thank you for creative and innovative approach to distance learning. You make make Latin class fun and engaging!"

~ Anonymous

"Mr. Climie has taken the challenge of distance learning with grace and ease. He is so upbeat, cheerful, and encouraging. My child is having a very positive experience. Thank you!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Ms. Moncrief Bromage! We are so grateful for the unique way that you are able to inspire our children. You are instilling a love for writing and have such interesting class discussions! We feel lucky to have you as a teacher!"

~ Anonymous

"Brad, thank you so much for being such an amazing coach and PE teacher! We are so grateful for the way that you encourage our young athletes to try new sports and to take chances on the field. You are helping to develop confidence and build leadership skills that will last a lifetime!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Mr. Cunningham! We appreciate your efforts in providing interesting science experiments for our middle school students. We are also grateful for your patience."

~ Anonymous

"Mr. Considine, thank you for providing such an outstanding experience in the Model Congress program. My child really enjoyed the experience and still reviews the materials from last year[?]s session. We are looking forward to a time when these special activities are possible again."

~ Anonymous

"Kossouth, we are so grateful for your support in the social-emotional development of our children. You are so knowledgeable and kind! I especially appreciate that you are always willing to share your own experiences as a parent. Your empathy and understanding is such a gift to the school community."

~ Anonymous

"Denise Quinn has been a bedrock of support for her 4Z crew all year, but especially now. As parents, we are grateful for her guidance, support and flexibility. Our son is learning so much! But most importantly, he feels connected and understood. Thank you, Denise!"

~ Anonymous

"Denise Quinn has been a bedrock of support for her 4Z crew all year, but especially now. As parents, we are grateful for her guidance, support and flexibility. Our son is learning so much! But most importantly, he feels connected and understood. Thank you, Denise!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Hilary and Felicia, for all the hard and thoughtful work you've done to make remote learning a success. Our child misses both of you terribly, but she remains engaged and happily learning from home--a remarkable testament to what amazing educators you are. We are so grateful for you both!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Mr. Climie! We are amazed at how effortless you have made the transition to remote learning appear, and how thoughtful and caring all of your communications with the children and the parents have been. Thank you for all the amazing work you are doing."

~ Anonymous

"A giant Thank You to Mr. Adams for doing such a tremendous job of keeping 4W engaged. Your daily morning jokes and goofy videos are a delightful way to start each school day, and we appreciate how available you have made yourself to the kids. Raven would much prefer to be sitting in your classroom, but as far as distance learning is concerned, this can't be beat! Thank you!"

~ Naomi L.

"Thank you, Foote librarians! Our family is new to Foote this year, and the warm welcome our children receive every time we enter the library has quickly made Foote feel like home. THANK YOU!"

~ Anonymous

"To everyone: Thank you for encouraging us and teaching us from home."

~ Anonymous

"Dear Mr. Solomon,Thank you so very much for bringing humor and fun into our children's lives during this unsettling time. Your positive attitude and engaging classes provide comfort to our children daily. Thank you so much for your dedicated efforts on their behalf. It is very much appreciated by all."

~ Anonymous

"Mr. Hay, thank you very much for adapting to the change of this time. I also wanted to thank you for the amount of effort you put into every class, for making it as enjoyable as possible and for your encouragement. Thanks for being a great math teacher!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you Foote School tech department for your hard work establishing and maintaining Distance Learning for Foote. Your efforts and support make it all possible. You are appreciated."

~ Anonymous

"Dear Melissa,We are so grateful for your dedicated efforts to teaching our children. Your calm and patient demeanor creates a climate that supports both emotional and academic growth during this unsettling time. Thank you also for being flexible and responsive to our family's individual needs. We appreciate all of the time and support you give. It is a comfort knowing that our children are in the hands of someone so caring and devoted."

~ Anonymous

"We are so impressed at how well Delara's teachers Melissa McCormack (and really all her teachers) have adapted to this new world of online learning and how much they've managed to keep the kids interest and attention. Delara says thank you. And we do too 💕💕.

~ Nahid & Andrew B.

"THANK YOU AMANDA DIFFLEY! You are doing so much to connect with your students and give them engaging work, guidance and warmth. We miss you so much but still feel connected each day."

~ The Sheehans

"Thank you to all Foote teachers, administrative staff and the tech department for making distance learning a possibility and keeping it upbeat and engaging!"

~ Anonymous

"Dear Jessica, challenging times are naturally inherent when you are new to a community. And then, on top of that, the Covid-19 pandemic hits. You have done an incredible job navigating our children through both. We are incredibly grateful to you for trying so hard and being so thoughtful in your teaching. Your efforts are noticed. Thank you!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you Mr. Burt !!!!! Love , Libby"

~ Libby G.

"Thank you, Sue Shaw, for being Yabsira's mentor, guide, supporter, and friend through this wonderful journey called Reading! Her growth and love for reading is greatly inspired by you!"

~ Oscar F. & Ke X.

"Thanks, Melissa McCormack, for your patience and support for Yabsira! You have created a happy and peaceful environment in 2Y that has given Yabsira and all her classmates the opportunity to reach new heights!"

~ Oscar F. & Ke X.

"Thank you Chris Zachau for your never ending patience with your lively 7th graders! You make everyone feel important and you are fostering a love for science!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you to Mr. Solomon for being helpful with us when we need help and still making things fun."

~ Anonymous

"Thank you Sally Nunnally for all of your enthusiasm for the Spanish language and culture. My children have learned so much from you over the years!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you Cara and Susie! 2X is zen and calm and brave and upbeat!! The learning environment you have created is exemplary, you have improved it every week and it has grown into something truly supportive, reassuring, and consistent! Congratulations and thank you for using the opportunities in distance learning to help make up for the things we miss so much in your classroom."

~ Anonymous

"Ms. Quinn, Thank you for working so hard to keep our children upbeat and positive and connected, while continuing to guide them academically!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Andy Bromage, for helping to keep our entire community connected and the spirit of Foote alive during distance learning!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you, Tina, for your wonderful distance learning videos... they bring calm and joy and, of course, music to our day. Our children love them so much they play them again and again!"

~ Anonymous

"Thank you Wally and Mike for always helping us with the Faculty Appreciation Breakfast every year! We could never have done it without you!"

~ Mary R.

"Thank you Colleen for not only being a great gym teacher but also an advisor who truly cares about your students!"

~ Anonymous

"We hope all the teachers had a wonderful week! You are truly treasures."

~ Anonymous