Substitute of the Month

Kehinde Akande
Rogene Worley Middle School

Staff at Worley Middle had this to say about Super Sub, Kehinde Akande

We are so blessed to have Mrs. Akande as a substitute at Rogene Worley Middle School.

Combine COVID with being a substitute in a middle school environment might sound like the perfect storm to most anyone else; however, our Mrs. Akande has handled it with grace and tenacity. The students report her as being both helpful and caring. She does all the things we hope for with a visiting teacher: she helps students with their work, and she encourages successful behaviors. However, since taking on the long-term sub position for one of our SpEd teachers, she has done even more. She follows up AFTER the class time with each of her students to ensure they are all on track. Her students perform well for her, because they know she is on their side.

The teachers see her as a deliverer! When a teacher leaves lesson plans for her, they’re carried out as written, but more than that, she makes sure that all the students that day fully understand the lessons. She handles each classroom as if they were her own, lending a hand to both students and teachers when needed. She is consistent, polite, patient and has a big heart.

Letta Jordan
Legacy High School

Staff at Legacy High had this to say about Super Sub, Letta Jordan

Letta Jordan has been an amazing asset to Legacy High School this year. She has over 20 years of service in area school districts and has navigated through all of the changes in our new learning environment this year. Letta has learned how to access the google drive for lesson plans and regularly holds Teams meetings for classes. She comes in everyday and covers any and all classes without question. 

We have come to depend on Letta and greatly appreciate her! Thank you, Ms. Jordan!

Drucilla Browning
Tarver-Rendon Elementary

Staff at Rendon Elementary had this to say about Super Sub, Drucilla Browning

Tarver-Rendon is extremely blessed to have Mrs. Browning as part of our Rendon family.

We truly believe it takes a special person to do the job of a substitute teacher, and not just do the job, but do the job well. Many subs have come through our school and while they are all much appreciated, none are more loved and well-known than our incredible substitute, Drucilla Browning.

You can ask any teacher at Tarver-Rendon, and they will agree that Drucilla Browning is hands down our shining star!

Staff members know that when "Dru" picks up their sub job, their class will be in good hands. Her years of experience show in the way she handles any class she covers for. She can take any lesson plans left and turn them into a magical and engaging day of learning with each student.

Mrs. Browning has a very loving and nurturing demeanor about her, and you can tell that she cares about and has a heart for the students. She treats each child as if they were her own.

Dru is known for going above and beyond whenever she works. You will often see her in the copy room running copies or cutting out laminate for other teachers on her conference period. She is always volunteering to lend a helping hand wherever she can.

Dru is dependable and committed to serving our school and our students. We are so thankful and appreciative to have such a wonderful and hardworking lady taking care of our students when we must be away.

Melissa Lowe
Alice Ponder Elementary

Staff at Ponder Elementary had this to say about Super Sub, Melissa Lowe

Melissa is such a pleasure to work with.  She is very flexible and such a team player.  She is good at her job and very caring with the students!

Melissa is AWESOME! She jumps right in and does more than is expected of her.

Melissa Lowe is an outstanding sub, because she makes a concerted effort to learn our student’s names and tries to get to know a little about them. She also thinks ahead and asks about our family and if we may need her to cover for us during their doctor visits.  She tries to reply quickly when ask to substitute. I always feel confident that she will do an outstanding job with the lesson plans and with the students.

Ms. Lowe is just hands down an awesome person. She shows up consistently (even during this crazy pandemic) and always has a smile on her face. We’ve had to move her to other classes before when she arrives, and she’s always flexible and has a positive attitude. She does more than what is asked or expected of her and helps out wherever she can. The students all know her and love her! She’s great with the kids.

Both of my kids (who are students at Ponder) LOVE Ms. Lowe and talk about all the things they did in class on the days she subs...and it's not all fun and games! She helps them LEARN!

Perry Hill
Brooks Wester Middle

Staff at Wester Middle School had this to say about Super Sub, Perry Hill

Mr. Hill works for Wester every day we need him and is always willing to help where needed, sometimes even changing his personal plans to be at Wester.

With this year being so challenging and ever changing, Mr. Hill adapts to the quick changes always taking place and is a team player.

Mr. Hill is not a sub to us he is a part of the staff. Honestly, I'm not sure what we would do without him this year and want him to know how much he is appreciated!

Judy Baughman
Mary Jo Sheppard

Staff at Sheppard Elementary had this to say about Super Sub, Judy Baughman

A good teacher is like a candle – it consumes itself to light the way for others. It's the teacher that makes the difference, not the classroom. This describes Judy! Judy will happily sub any day that she is available. She stays so busy that her calendar is usually filled up early in the year. She will correctly do any and all work that we leave for her, and it will be graded, too! I feel very confident to be gone when Judy is my sub!

Judy loves our Mary Jo Sheppard students like we do! And they ADORE her!

Judy Baughman is dependable, loving, nurturing, and has a heart for everyone. She loves each one as if they are her own.

Judy Baughman is the BEST! I can always count on her helping my kids with their writing and for that I am OH SO VERY THANKFUL! My kids love when she subs for us!

She’s extremely committed and always has a fun and positive way of teaching. She’s super friendly and has tons of experience.

Madhu Puri
Dr. Jandrucko Early Learners Academy

Staff at The Academy had this to say about Super Sub, Madhu Puri

"Mrs. Puri is a joy to have on our campus. Madhu welcomes all staff and learners with a smile and kind words."

"Madhu is committed to making a difference in the lives of all children. She is always willing to fill in at a moment's notice."

"The staff loves Mrs. Puri and thanks her for being a part of The Academy family!"

Ambareen Khan
Elizabeth Smith Elementary

Staff at Elizabeth Smith had this to say about Super Sub, Ambareen Kahn"Ms. Khan always shows kindness and patience with our students. She steps into our classroom and immediately assists to meet the varying needs of our students."

"Ms. Khan is amazing with our Pre-K kids and they love her so much. She treats the children in our class like they are her own.  Mrs. Khan is kind and has a BIG heart. We love her and are so thankful for all she does for Pre-K!"

"Ms. Khan has great, positive energy. She is very patient with all students. She adapts well to our routines and is always willing to take initiative even during challenging situations."

"Ms. Khan is someone that I can call on at all times - including when I am short on subs. She is very flexible and is willing to cover any grade level or class. She always has a smile on her face and has a true loving, caring way with the students."