Natha Howell Teacher Appreciation

One-way bilingual kindergarten students are taught by Ms. Oquendo. She has years of expertise with language acquisition, educational environment strategies for encouragement, and the utilization of best practices to support children's advancement. She consistently designs real-world learning opportunities in her classroom and is a forthright advocate of all kids. Additionally, Ms. Oquendo is our Teacher of the Year for 2023–2024 and a Recognized Certified Teacher by the State of Texas.

Ms. Ball is thrilled to be a kinder teacher and comes to us from the second grade. She uses pedagogy to research student learning styles and is aware of what it takes for an early learner to progress. She is extraordinarily persistent and believes every learner deserves to be successful. Ms. Ball is a child advocate who goes above and beyond to support and develop her students. .

Bilingual education is of the utmost significance to Ms. Guadamuz. She is an avid advocate of her students and believes that students who speak two languages deserve the highest quality instruction achievable. She is courageous enough to go above and beyond to ensure sure her students accomplish their objectives.

Teaching was Ms. De la Torre's intended career. To guarantee that learners take ownership of their learning daily, she incorporates a highly structured classroom. She develops cognitive skills through direct instruction and modeling that builds confidence and achievement. She sets clear expectations for her students, and they meet them. Ms. De la Torre is a proud certified Exemplary teacher by the State of Texas.

With many years of specialization, Ms. Blanco-Davis has taught pupils everywhere from primary school to the university level. She concurs that recipients and expectants alike deserve excellent bilingual education. In addition to conducting presentations to other educators, she extends her learning by collaborating with local and community organizations. Her students are a community of learners who can communicate their brilliance in addition to demonstrating it. Ms. Blanco-Davis is a certified Exemplary teacher by the State of Texas.

In 2020, Ms. Rumery began her teaching career at Natha Howell moving from Illinois. She invests time in learning methodologies that yield exceptional learning outcomes and has an open mind regarding the science of teaching. Along with creating effective interventions for her students, she is a proactive member of our professional learning groups. She instills a strong sense of purpose in her classroom and delivers instruction in a highly clinical manner.

Former FWISD teacher Ms. De los Santos is back at work for our district. Through listening and sound, she teaches fundamental skills by drawing on her experience with phonemic and phonological awareness. With the assistance of their teachers, students learn via collaborative, interactive play. As she becomes more acquainted with the community, Ms. De los Santos continues cultivating relationships with families.

Ms. Hootman strives to create a welcoming and stimulating learning environment. Because of her commitment to teaching, her students value education and succeed in the classroom. Despite her recent arrival at Natha Howell, she has extensive experience working in the FWISD, and the children are eager to learn and grow. Ms. Hootman develops student achievement via the use of early childhood pedagogy and content knowledge. Students have excellent listening skills and are communicative of their needs.

Being an academic wildcat, Ms. Frazier is proud of her role. She is aspirational in her ability to interact with students and pay attention to their needs. Furthermore, she supports students in advocating for their learning and all learners. In her small group sessions, Ms. Frazier teaches a variety of approaches that assist emotionally fragile students become the greatest versions of themselves.

Ms. Preciado maintains and has very high standards for her students. Her students are competitive learners who reach levels of meets and masters in both reading and mathematics, and she retains an ongoing record of their achievement year after year. She guarantees that students receive continual practice to bridge instructional gaps, manages her classroom with structure, and makes the most of every learning minute. Her class has prepared students for third grade. Ms. Preciado is a certified Exemplary teacher with the State of Texas.

Mr. Estrada-Aguilar is a well-versed teacher with international teaching experience. In his prior roles, he worked as an adjunct professor and tutored students at different levels. Mathematical processes are what motivates Mr. Aguilar, and he loves science and math. His goal is to build trusting relationships with both families and students.

Ms. Brown is a graduate student interning at Tarleton State. In order to establish a safe environment, she thinks that connections should be cultivated with students. To improve students' reading competency, Ms. Brown emphasizes fostering critical thinking skills in the classroom and applying challenging texts as she progressively learns from her colleagues. Her goal is to become an expert in both the science and practice of teaching.

To improve academic acheivment in comprehension and inferential application, Ms. Hernandez collaborates with other teaching staff members to create instructional methods and strategies based on best literacy practices. She generates focus strategies that are accessible to all children by utilizing research from TEA's lesson study and our FWISD curriculum. She recently received her graduate degree in literacy.

As an accomplished mathematics educator, Ms. Reyna shares the belief that children can grasp complex concepts if presented the opportunity. She studies students' application and reasoning using guided practice and the gradual release methodology. Under her guidance, students make significant progress and exhibit the ability to defend their ideas verbally, in written format, and through math strategy.

Students are held responsible for their learning by Ms. Jauregui. She enables students to achieve their individual goals while being consistently involved in her profession. She creates a secure learning environment for math by using her teaching to direct students' learning.Through the analysis and comparison of student methods and arguments, Ms. Jauregui employs successful mathematics teaching techniques to foster student debate and the development of a shared knowledge of mathematical concepts. Her students engage in active learning and maintain their self-assurance in their progress. Ms. Jauregui is a certified Exemplary Teacher in the State of Texas.

Mr. Campos is a teacher that takes satisfaction in developing strong learners. He believes that all students can learn, solve tough problems and scenarios, and take on leadership roles as scholars. Be prepared to work in this classroom and acquire superb management abilities that will assist students move to middle school. You will have to work hard in his classroom, but you will be rewarded in the end. He applies his master's math skills to attain scholastic success and intellectual advancement. He is a certified Exemplary teacher in Texas.

Ms. Lopez genuinely cares about her children as a whole. While encouraging students to reach their full intellectual potential, she also offers them emotional support. Learners take joy in their daily learning and aspire to work for Ms. Lopez. Using best practices to guide high quality learning, she devotes her time to individualized instruction. She is well on her way to receiving the state's certification as an exceptional or recognized teacher.

As our librarian, Mrs. Campos has a strong commitment to literacy and our students. She has worked as a FWISD literacy teacher and applies her knowledge and abilities to develop the cognitive demands of comprehension and reasoning . Her extra time is devoted to our students, facilitating maker spaces, academic bees, scrabble clubs, and running groups. In addition to keeping kids accountable for higher order thinking tasks, she can be seen reading to them during library sessions. She has high expectations for all.

Ms. Faaborg is motivated by each student's unique demands and learning style. She creates lesson plans intending to support her students and give them a sense of worth and significance. Since she firmly believes that every student can succeed, she dedicates her time to researching and creating educational pathways that support her convictions. She is a strong advocate for children with learning disabilities and continues to strive for on grade on time performance.

Ms. Demel has served elementary school students for a long time. She strengthens the fundamental skills required for all students to read fluently through the use of a specialized curriculum. Her current goals include identifying additional students to the dyslexia program, graduating them at an advanced level, and assisting students to become competent readers on their own.

With further study throughout her teaching career, Ms. Hall continues to advance in the science of teaching. She possesses expertise in behavioral interventions that offer safe limits and comfort to students who encounter emotional difficulties. She helps pupils and supports their learning potential by using her expertise. Despite being held to rigorous standards, students feel secure and nourished in her presence.

In many respects, Coach Waters is committed to our school. She is highly motivated by physical activity and firmly feels that the best treatment for students' mental, physical, and self-esteem is fitness. Every year, our mayor recognizes a group of outstanding student runners who run in the Cowtown marathon. She sees limitless possibilities rather than differences among students.

Ms. Jones Deublar possesses a creative and innovative mind. Her presentations are brought to life by her vision and innovation. Ms. Jones Deublar seeks students who have the potential to be talented and gifted in music along with fostering the fine arts. She celebrates music every day and is an advocate for the creative arts. This year, Ms. Deubler will be retiring from teaching after a lengthy career. Her presence will be missed.

Ms. Rogers has firsthand experience working with young students. Her vibrant learning environment is fostered by her support of diverse subject and literacy with every student. Ms. Rogers places a high value on consistency and structure, and she leverages the classroom setting to establish artistic excellence. She cultivates talent in our learners, as evidenced by the artwork displayed by the students throughout the school.

In terms of her methods of instruction, Ms. Robinson is a trailblazer. She's talented at analyzing curriculum and utilizing it to assist teachers. Ms. Robinson's positive outlook and caring demeanor keep coworkers engaged and motivated to learn. Her impact on this campus is a result of her passion for teaching and devotion to cultivating the art of listening. She is a committed mentor and coach.

Ms. Smith is very devoted to Natha Howell. Her fondness for the PK classroom stems from her years of being a part of the school community. Parents and their families praise her for her initiatives to advocate for each child. Her affection for children and her aptitude for working with young learners are genuine gifts. She provides the campus and personnel with unwavering support.

Ms. Pozos has been a devoted teacher at Natha Howell Elementary for many years, contributing to the academic success of our students. Her help is sought after by parents who want to foster their children's growth and education. As a hands-on assistant, she motivates students to grow in the classroom by using their verbal, gross motor, and most importantly, listening abilities. For young learners, she establishes consistency and practice through routine and organization. She provides the campus and personnel with unwavering support.

This year, Ms. Wirth works with Natha Howell to assist with student group advancement and interventions. Ms. Wirth was a long-time employee of our school and is now retired from the FWISD. She is still an accomplished literacy instructor and well-versed in the families of many Natha Howells. During her final years at our school, Ms. Wirth was our superb music educator. She created and carried out intricate programs. Ms. Wirth is knowledgeable in both teaching and students.

Ms. Salazar worked at Natha Howell Elementary in the past. Her parents are widely recognized, and her sisters went to Natha Howell Elementary School. This year, Ms. Salazar, a dedicated teacher, is working to support third graders in math and reading. Using her teaching abilities, she ensures that every student feels confident during their school day. She has a great effect on learners.

I am excited to introduce Mr. Warters, our new addition to the school this year. Mr. Warters is a UTA graduate with a degree in psychology. He interacts with students, assisting with emotional management by applying his understanding of behavioral skills. Mr. Warters holds students to a high standard and is always eager to learn. He continues to enhance his practice by attending professional learning sessions to assist students in need.