Presented annually in memory of longtime EL Education Board member Irwin Silverberg, this prestigious award recognizes an exemplary school leader who brings their school community together around the Three Dimensions of Student Achievement.

Trent is recognized for his exceptional leadership and commitment to bringing EL Education practices to life, inspiring teachers, staff and students to embrace a culture of learning that prioritizes academic achievement, character development and civic responsibility.

Congratulations, Trent, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for your dedication to Harborside Academy and your commitment to helping every student reach their full potential.

Through the story, students explored the importance of building healthy friendships, showing kindness and including others both inside and outside our classroom. They extended their learning into the phonics curriculum by using magical spells to build their names (iggety, ziggity, zaggety, zoom-out rose a truly magnificent kid) while identifying and recognizing letters in their names and those of their classmates.

Each day, they celebrated a few students’ names, making learning engaging, personal and exciting. Students eagerly asked, “Is there room on the broom for a kid like me?” The class responded, “Yes!” and then placed themselves on the classroom broom.

This project not only strengthened foundational literacy skills but also reinforced the powerful message that every child is valued, included, and belongs. Because in their classroom, there is ALWAYS room on the broom for everyone!

We hope this makes it easier to understand what your child is learning and gives you simple, low-pressure ways to talk about math together. If you have any questions about the content, please reach out directly to your student’s teacher. Thank you for partnering with us this year!

Current city: Greenfield, WI

Favorite teacher: Mr. Schultz

Advice to current ����vlog���� students: Keep pushing forward even if your life path isn’t a straight line.

On Oct. 27, her colleagues, Superintendent Dr. Weiss, Board President Dr. Bryan, and others celebrated Brenna at a special ceremony at Roosevelt Elementary to recognize this well-deserved honor.

The award recognizes educators who advocate for gifted and talented students and their teachers, pursue ongoing professional development, and demonstrate leadership in gifted and talented education. Brenna was selected for her meaningful impact on students, contributions to gifted education, and dedication to helping students build on their unique strengths and reach their full potential.

Brenna will receive additional recognition at the WATG awards ceremony at the Baird Center in Milwaukee on Nov. 6 at 6 p.m.

Congratulations, Brenna, on this outstanding achievement! Thank you for your dedication to supporting and inspiring ����vlog���� students!

Students in grades 5–8 and their ����vlog����s raved about this hands-on exploration event, which offered an up-close look at the skills, teamwork, technology and lifesaving techniques used in fire service.

From advancing fire hoses and searching smoke-filled buildings to vehicle extrication, emergency medical response, drone technology and water rescue, families experienced the many ways firefighters protect and serve our community.

We’re grateful to the ����vlog���� Fire Department for sharing their expertise, creating learning opportunities and helping inspire the next generation of community heroes!

These collaborative notes will serve as a resource for college-level literary analysis essays throughout the year and help prepare students for the three writing assessments on the AP Exam this spring.

Event Details:

• Wednesday, Nov. 18
• 5:30-7 p.m.
• Ruth Harman Academy, 8518 22nd Ave.
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Everyone in our community is welcome at our free family education programs – you do not need to attend ����vlog���� to participate! If you are not a ����vlog���� family, join our to register. Once you join, you’ll receive updates and can sign up for future events without joining again.

Current city: Deerfield, IL

Favorite teacher: Polly Amborn, who consistently led with passion, humility, charisma, and honesty.

Advice to current ����vlog���� students: Don’t wait until college to build your “toolbox.” Start developing the skills that will carry you beyond the classroom—effective study techniques, communication, leadership, time management, and self-advocacy. These skills will take you further than any GPA or AP course ever could.