Julie Billiart Schools has helped my child become a better version of himself. The teachers and therapists at JB really know and understand how to reach children who learn differently. 
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
In the world of education, May can become a whirlwind of a month. As the end of the school year approaches, teachers work diligently to finish lesson plans, maintain expected class behaviors, complete testing and grading, and prepare to say goodbye to their students. Add distance learning to the mix, and May can fly by.
It’s more important than ever for us to pause, breathe, and thank the teachers of Julie Billiart Schools for their dedication and resilience this year. That’s exactly what JB Akron parents Rebecca Grigsby and Karla Rufus did earlier this month for Teacher Appreciation Week.
“Teachers are an important part of the formation of our children. I want them to know how much I appreciate them for all they do during the school day,” said Rufus. “They care for our children, teach them, and lovingly discipline them. Teacher appreciation week is a small way we can give back to them and show how grateful we are.”
Before COVID-19 hit, Grigsby and Rufus had a whole week planned for the teachers, including everything from breakfast, catered lunches, and many surprises that would unfold throughout the week. With distance learning, however, the two had to get creative and adjust their plans. They were still committed to making it extra special despite the circumstances.
“I hope the teachers see how important they are to their students,” said Rufus. “The love they show and words they say have left a big mark in the lives of each child.”
All JB Akron teachers received a gift bag filled with custom cookies, sunflower seeds, sparkling water, candy, and a Target gift card. Each student received a survey to complete. The survey contained fun questions for the children to answer about their teachers. On behalf of all JB Akron students and families, Rufus and Grigsby presented teachers with a thank you video featuring students, parents, and administrators.
“We chose JB because of the exceptional educators they hire,” said Grigsby. “These teachers go above and beyond every day for our kids and this is just one of the ways we can say thank you.”
Now, more than ever, parents have a renewed appreciation for all that teachers do for their children on a daily basis.
“We want them to know how much we love and miss them. Just because we can’t be together does not mean we can’t celebrate all they do,” said Grigsby.
Julie Billiart Schools has helped my child become a better version of himself. The teachers and therapists at JB really know and understand how to reach children who learn differently.
JB Parent
All of the teachers and staff at JB are patient and willing to take the extra time to make sure we, as parents, understand and are comfortable.
JB Parent
I don’t think I will ever be able to put into words how grateful I am that you saw my daughter for all that she is today and all that she is yet to become.
Tammie Sommer
Julie Billiart Schools gave us hope after our daughter was diagnosed with a learning disability. At JB, she thrived in the small classes, received necessary therapies, and developed the self-confidence to ask for help when she needed it.
JB Parent
My kids love everything about JB and look forward to going to school every day and seeing their friends and teachers. JB is truly a one of a kind school enriching young lives everyday.
JB Parent
They have all the resources necessary, specialized to the individual learning of each child, and the heart that goes with it. I don't think we would have stayed in Ohio if it wasn't for JB!
JB Parent