No words can express how much our family appreciates everyone at New River Elementary School. the teachers and staff took great care of our son Rocco. Special shout out to Teacher Hannah Bradley. She goes above and beyond to all her students and it’s just her first year at NRES. She is a rockstar!

My JOY is seeing all the students at SAES learning and honoring our Veterans and all Military with a performance and planting of the flag.

My family makes me happy!

After Hurricane Helene, my principal,Kara Merlin called to check on me. She immediately sent out message to come to help out a faculty member. That same day, coaches, football players, colleagues and some amazing parents all came to the rescue. From clearing debris, wall removal, laundry services, hot meals, gifts, encouragement and generosity of the Pasco County Relief fund! The Sunlake Community and Pasco County level of compassion and generosity is unmatched! True Champions of Florida!!

Hurricane Helene turned our world upside down- taking our home, belongings, and sense of stability. Despite losing all, Caiden (3rd, HPA) has been a beacon of LIGHT and shown strength far beyond his years. He has remained positive, never showing lack or disappointment, and spends his time helping mom and others that were affected. Each day, he greets school with excitement, embodying true resilience and reminding us that joy can be found even in the most challenging of times!

“I don’t want art club to end”, “Percussion rocks” and “I love PE days” are a few phrases enthusiastic students are heard saying on our campus. As a teacher, it fills me with joy when a struggling student wins a Specials award! As a parent, the only camp my son would attend was a TES PE camp. My children were fortunate to learn music with Mrs. Braman! Mrs. Hensel (pictured), whose resiliency amazes me, has shown me and TES students the beauty in life. I’m thankful for all of them.

I am so grateful for my family, friends, and the incredible support from the school community. Your love and encouragement make every step of this journey worthwhile!

I am sharing my Joy of dressing up as a Legoland Pirate. It is such a nice thing to do at Bexley for the students and staff to dress up in our favorite book character.