Donate goods to Whitmer HS or money for food purchases at:
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"Justin Doran (Shoreland) is consistently helping out at football and basketball games, all while still being a custodian. He’s very kind and such a great guy. Lucky to work with him!"
What an awesome Firebird friend!
Would YOU be willing to help us?
When families complete this form, the school district can qualify for extra funding and resources.
ALL income levels help us! (And you may even qualify for fee waivers you never thought you would!)
https://www.myschoolapps.com/
STAFF SHOUT:
"I would like to give a shoutout to Mrs. Jamie Purvis (Hiawatha). We are so thankful for Mrs. Jamie! She goes above and beyond to make her students feel supported and valued each day. Not only does she give her best to her students, but she has also been an incredible support to me as a first-year teacher. Her kindness, dedication, and teamwork truly make a difference!"
Mentoring students AND new staff? Ms. Purvis is an ALL-STAR TEAM MEMBER!
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STUDENT SHOUTING OUT STAFF:
"I want to shout out Mr. Rose for being such an amazing teacher. I had him freshman year of high school and he was understanding as a teacher and helped me during some of my hardest times during that year. He makes it his mission to be nice to everyone and I honestly adore that. Thank you Mr Rose for being the teacher we all need."
The words of our students tell the story of our staff - and Mr. Rose is an exemplary main character!
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*Submitted Pic taken by Multishots Photography
"Mr. Chrsyochoos (Silver Creek, 6th) has been coming out to recess every single day since school started to play kickball or football with the 6th graders. It is awesome and the kids love it. I just wanted to show him some appreciation that he deserves."
Sharing the FUN with students shows them that learning and laughter can go hand-in-hand! Mr. C is the perfect example!
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STUDENT SHOUTOUT FOR STAFF:
"I had Mrs. Stalbaum through 7th and 8th grade at Washington. I’m now a freshman and still keep in touch every Friday. She always made a positive mood in her classroom ,no matter what kind of day SHE was having! She is so supportive of all her students and went to many of my after-school events. She didn’t have to go - she wanted to! And I will forever and always be grateful for that because when no one else was, she was there. If I was having a bad day, she noticed and would help so much! She seriously is the best teacher ever and even though she’s funny and kind, she doesn't let her students walk over her. They are going to get their work done as long as she’s there! I’m so proud of all that she does and has to put up with. She will always make an impact on my life and I’m forever grateful for her!"
Ms. Stalbaum makes a lasting impact on students. We are so much BETTER with her on our team!
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Ours is the BEST!
STUDENT-TO-STAFF SHOUTOUT:
"Ms. Lena Miller (Whitmer Music) is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had! She changed my life entirely for the better with choir and without her and the class I don’t know what would’ve happened. She is an absolutely amazing person and puts so much time and care into what she does even when the class doesn’t. Ms. Miller is truly an inspiring teacher and person!"
Ms. Miller never misses an opportunity to celebrate her students and showcase their gifts. She is a GEM!
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Donate goods to Whitmer HS or money for food purchases at:
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"Josiah is a hard working and dedicated cafeteria employee who serves breakfast and lunch to our amazing Silver Creek kids each day. He greets every student with a warm smile, chats with them like a true friend, and makes the cafeteria a welcoming place. Not only is he hard working and dependable, but he's also a wonderful coworker who brightens our team. Thank you for all you do, Josiah! We are lucky to have you!"
We love when excellent WLS students become excellent WLS employees - and Josiah is one of the best!
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🎉LAST DAY TO NOMINATE 🎉
WHITMER //Best High School (under 'community') &
WHITMER CTC //Best Career Tech High School (under 'community')!
TEACHER (under 'people' )
https://toledocitypaper.com/best-of/best-of-toledo-2025/#//
The Blade is offering you the chance to submit photos of your student (K-12th) who are a part of any game day experience for football.
"Lights On, Game On" will celebrate football players, cheerleaders, band members, dance team members, flag corp, majorettes and more! This is online submission will stay on the site for a year but will also be published in the print and eBlade version on Thursday, October 30!
Submit your pics here:
https://toledoblade.secondstreetapp.com/Lights-On-Game-On
"I want to shout out Sydney Centola (6th grade math at Silver Creek) for being so welcoming to all her new students and to new staff. She has the enthusiasm of a new teacher and the skills of a veteran teacher."
Making people feel welcome is such an important skill and we are so lucky to have Ms. Centola!
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"Mr. MacKenzie, Whitmer Science teacher, is/will always be a favorite. He is the sweetest, most kind teacher you could ask for. He’s beyond understanding and accepts all for who they are. His class is fun yet informative every day. Truly a gem."
Our alums talk about our staff years after they leave us, and Mr. Mac is definitely a fan favorite!
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WHITMER for Best High School (under 'community' category) &
WHITMER CTC for Best Career Tech High School (under 'community' category)!
TEACHER (under 'people' category)
https://toledocitypaper.com/best-of/best-of-toledo-2025/#//
You can vote 1x per day until 9/15!
"Screaming a BIG staff-to-staff shout to our intervention specialist at Meadowvale, Katie Sandy!!! Katie’s natural laid-back personality and hard work ethic is exemplary. Katie continues to advocate for her students while supporting them and staff members. If you are lucky, you will catch one of her genuine facial expressions and hear her contagious giggle."
Ms. Sandy brings light and laughter to every space she enters and we are so happy to see the difference she is making in "The Meadows!"
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"This staff rocks! Shoutout to Lori Berryman (Director of Human Resources) and Melanie Karcsak (Student Services Dept), who won the grand prize in the Central Office cornhole tournament this summer, and immediately donated all of the prize money to the Whitmer Clothing closet - a resource that serves all WLS kids and families. What generous examples of Empathy and Integrity - two of our Portrait of a Team Member competencies!"
This sweet act is only the tip of the iceberg in what these two do for WLS.
So many students will benefit from their kindness!
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