Nominee’s Name: Sarah Rose
School Name: Espirito Santo
Nominated By: Jessica Williams

Olivia has absolutely loved being in Ms. Rose’s kindergarten class this year. Ms. Rose has created a warm, nurturing, and joyful environment that makes each child feel special and supported. Her kindness, patience, and fun approach to teaching have helped Olivia grow both academically and personally. I’ve seen so much learning, confidence, and excitement blossom in Olivia throughout the year. She truly looks forward to going to school each day, and that speaks volumes about the positive and caring classroom experience Ms. Rose (and Ms. Grace) provides.

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Nominee’s Name: Virgina Camara
School Name: All Saints Catholic School
Nominated By: Cheveli Torres

Over the last seven years that my child has attended All Saints Catholic School, Virginia has truly been a staple of our community. Her values, morals, and faith shine through in everything she does and contribute’s so much to both the school and parish. She is always willing to go the extra

mile for families and is deeply involved in supporting the entire school community. We truly could not imagine the school without her. I sincerely appreciate all of her hard work, dedication, and the care she shows every day!!

Nominee’s Name: Lucy Walz
School Name: St. Joseph
Nominated By: Katherine Costa

Mrs. Walz has been such a treasure of a teacher for our son, Ollie. When he started school this year he had never been away from home, or in the care of anyone he hadn’t known his whole life. Mrs. Walz immediately made us feel at ease when we met her, sharing she was in the same boat when her children started school. She has such a comforting aura and has a way of making learning fun and exciting. It has been such a joy to see how our son has grown and how much he has learned through the year, but more importantly how eager and excited he is to go into school every morning. As parents, we couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to school and its because of Mrs. Walz. We wish she could be his teacher forever but know any child who has her leading their class is so fortunate.

Nominee’s Name: Marianne Hadjer
School Name: St. Teresa of Calcutta
Nominated By: Eileen Dunkeavy

Mrs. Hadjer has been the first grade teacher for both of my grandchildren. She also was the 4th grade teacher at Dominican Academy for their mother my daughter about 30 years ago. My grandson is currently in her class.

She is an amazing teacher who is so very kind and loving to all of her students. She treats each child with respect and intuitively seems to understand their learning styles and needs. My daughter and grandchildren all thrived under her care. I have volunteered for field trips and have observed her dedication and compassion for everyone of her students. She exemplifies what it means to be a competent and caring teacher. STOC is fortunate to have her.

Nominee’s Name: Mrs. Kimberly Terceiro
School Name: St. Teresa of Calcutta
Nominated By: Paula Monteiro

Mrs. Terceiro has been a wonderful, kind educator for two of our children. She looks at each child as if they were a part of her family and does whatever is needed for them to succeed. She has a great knowledge of the curriculum and presents it in a way that the children can gain from it. She gives them opportunities to succeed and has a great sense of humor. We truly feel we have been blessed to have had her educate our two children.

Nominee’s Name: Joanne Sousa
School Name: Espirito Santo
Nominated By: Ashley Pimentel

We are very thankful for Mrs. Sousa who is the 1st grade Paraprofessional. She has supported my son all year in class and in aftercare. We are grateful for her kindness and support. Thank you for your time and dedication!

Nominee’s Name: Hannah Morrison
School Name: Espirito Santo
Nominated By: Ashley Pimentel

We are truly so thankful for Ms. Morrisons endless patience and effort she has put into helping my son grow this year. She has created a warm and nurturing environment. My child feels encouraged every day to learn. He loves being in her class. We can’t thank her enough for all that she has done!

Nominee’s Name: Virginia Camara
School Name: All Saints Catholic School
Nominated By: Patricia Ferreira

My family and I are thankful for how Virginia goes above and beyond her every day responsibilities as an administrative assistant. Virginia is the first person you see when you enter All Saints and you can always count on being welcomed with a kind smile and Christian values! All three of my children have attended All Saints and my youngest still does. Mrs. Camara is All Saints family! Anyone who knows her knows how much she loves All Saints! May she continue to be blessed by the Holy Spirit in all that she does for our school and its future!

Nominee’s Name: Mrs. Dean and Mrs. Bouchard
School Name: Holy Trinity
Nominated By: Nikki Carvalho

Zachary came to Holy Trinity carrying a lot of grief after the closing of his previous school, Saint Stanislaus. The transition was very difficult for him emotionally, and he struggled with leaving behind the only school community he had ever known. Because of this, making new friends and adjusting to a new environment was not easy. Those first few months were heartbreaking for both him and me as his mom.

Thankfully, he was met with incredible kindness, patience, and understanding from his teachers and staff. Mrs. Dean and Mrs. Bouchard has been such an important part of helping Zack feel safe, supported, and welcomed. She is always patient and gentle, taking the time to explain things, encourage him, and make sure he feels seen.

When Mrs. Dean needed to take time away for maternity leave, Mrs. Bouchard truly held down the fort. She stepped in with so much care, consistency, and kindness, helping Zack continue to feel safe and supported during another big transition. Having that stability meant so much to our family, and I am so grateful for the love and dedication she showed every day.

Even while Mrs. Dean was away, Zack missed her so much because of the connection and trust she had already built with him. That says so much about the kind of teacher she is.

We truly could not have asked for a better teacher team to welcome us into Holy Trinity. Mrs. Dean and Mrs. Bouchard have made such a difference in my child’s life this year, and for that I am so grateful.
Thank you, Mrs. Dean and Mrs. Bouchard, for all you do for Zachary and for loving your students so well.

Nominee’s Name: Marianne Hajder
School Name: St. Teresa of Calcutta
Nominated By: Gina Stanford

My daughter is Charlotte, loves going to school and that is a testament to her teacher, Mrs. Hajder. She loves going to school and feeling heard and supported by her teacher. Her teacher supports her interest in theater and always talks to her about different musicals. She cultivate other interest besides school. We are appreciative of Mrs. Hajder!!

Nominee’s Name: Victoria Raposo
School Name: St. Teresa of Calcutta
Nominated By: Rosanna Byrnes

Ms. Raposo treats her class with love and respect and at the same time has high expectations for them to reach every day. She has consistently made learning fun as well as emulated how important our Catholic faith continues to be in all aspects of learning. She has helped my son in so many ways and has been an amazing teacher.

Nominee’s Name: Jessica Hanley
School Name: Our Lady of Lourdes
Nominated By: Courtney Dos Santos

Her kindness and dedication has helped my son become more confident in himself with learning math skills.

Nominee’s Name: Margaret Grace
School Name: Espirito Santo
Nominated By: Xiomara Duran

Mrs. Grace is an exceptional teacher who dedicates quality time in each of her students.

Nominee’s Name: Lindsay Pacheco
School Name: Espirito Santo
Nominated By: Alicia Connearney

Mrs Pacheco has made every moment worth my daughter’s education. From the first tour I went on before she was even enrolled I was met with kindness. I have experienced enrolling and adjusting to having a kindergartner while currently having a newborn and a 13 month old; none of it would’ve possible without her. I could call the school right now and say “it’s Gabriella’s” mom and she would know exactly who I’m talking about and be ready to help. With so many students and kids of her own she has truly created the experience for me that my child is loved and cared for in an individual way the same way she is in my home.

Nominee’s Name: Deacon Maurice Ouellette
School Name: St. Joseph
Nominated By: Cecilia Felix

Deacon Maurice Ouellette is a MASTER Catholic School Teacher. He has taught at the Catholic High School and currently Elementary level in Catholic Education where he has made a difference in the student lives entrusted to him. His sincere hard working ethics in his planning and execution of his lessons are forming the future of his students as young Catholics in the Church. He is the middle school Religion teacher at St Joseph and daily is an example of his faith not just in his academic preparations and presentations but also in who he is and how he lives. Deacon Maurice also is the Drama Club director at St Joseph where he shares many of his talents. As a MASTER teacher he inspires not only his students but also the families of his students by his deep concern and support. . Deacon Maurice also assists in various prayer services and monthly Masses at St Joseph where he is often is called upon to present the Homily for the Mass. In addition to being a Catholic School Educator he is also a Deacon at the Whaling City Catholic Community which comprises of the Churches of St Lawrence and Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus where he faithfully serves weekly for Masses, Adoration and other services and activities. St Joseph School is blessed to have Deacon Maurice as a part of their teaching staff not only for his academic standards of teaching Religion but most importantly for his daily witness to his faith to his students, families and staff. His “YES” to Christ is deep rooted and is an example of a commitment to the Lord by serving HIS people not only as a Catholic School Teacher but also as a Husband, Father and Deacon.