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Every week we celebrate SMCDSB staff members who have been recognized by a parent, student, or colleague.
This week, we are celebrating Alana Aymar, Michelle Durelle, and Kelly Edgecomb.
Alana is a teacher at St. Bernadette Catholic School. She
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was nominated by a student who said:
“Mrs. Aymar is one of the most generous teachers I have had yet. She makes sure all her students are prepared for tests and she always tries her best. With her as my teacher I know there's nothing in this world I can't learn. Not only does she teach me and my classmates but she shows us how we can be more responsible and respectful people by being herself. Best teacher ever! Thank you.”
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Michelle is a School Office Assistant at Patrick Fogarty Catholic Secondary School. She was nominated by a colleague who said:
“Michelle is the first person to greet staff/students/outside agencies as they come into the Main Office. All of Patrick Fogarty is so blessed to have Michelle Durelle as a part of their school day. She has developed such a unique relationship with all of them and in a way no other person could possibly duplicate. She is beyond helpful, she juggles all kinds of requests/concerns (which is a constant in her day), with such patience, knowledge, wicked sense of humour, and genuine sincerity. She wears many hats, to name just a few - mom, counsellor, friend, “go to” person, and #1 fan of the Montreal Canadiens. It is so lovely to see students who drop by just to say hello to her. A true testament to her approachability. It is such a joy to work with her and hear her laughter on a daily basis.”
Kelly Edgecomb is a DECE at St. Bernadette Catholic
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School. Kelly was nominated by a parent, who said:
“Although it’s been a few years since my son has been in kindergarten, we will never forget Miss Edgecombe. She was the first person my four-year-old son trusted and would leave me for. She made the difference between an awful, and a great, drop off experience. I am pretty sure my son cried until Christmas! Over the years, she has taught my younger daughter, and kept in touch. She is truly a gem among teachers. She’s a fantastic member of your team!”
We would like to thank Alana, Michelle, and Kelly for their commitment to Catholic education at our board.