Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Kerri Baish - Her Heart Won't Sit Still
Her heart won't sit still and it's contagious. If someone were to introduce her, the typical introduction might be something like: "I would like you to meet Kerri Baish, she is a Teacher." A Teacher is one of the most important occupations in the world. That statement alone would give you reason to believe that she is a special person. Sometimes we need to look a little deeper to really appreciate the extent of a Teacher's impact upon young people in her class.
I think Kerri Baish is a Heartbeat Maker. As Director of the Youth With A Purpose Relationship Mentoring Program, I have had the honor of being in the classroom with Kerri this year. I watched how children respect her. They enjoy being around her. Her classroom has a lot of peace in it. She does not stay in one place. Many Teachers stand in front of the class and stay there. Some Teachers sit behind a desk and stay there. Kerri goes where the hearts are. Her heart won't sit still. She moves to the place where the children are at. I don't mean that in a physical sense. Kerri is emotionally present with her young people and they feel respected and valued. When there seems to be a student who could use some behavior modification, Kerri moves into the students space of chaos and creates peace. A heart can beat in anger or a heart can beat in peace. Kerri Baish is someone who helps young people to create heartbeats of peace.
Kerri is part of a Buffalo School that is making a difference in the lives of children. Last year we had the honor of working alongside Matt Boyle. Matt is another great Teacher in a School that is becoming known as a School of great Teachers. Pauletta Stines, the Principal, along with Assistant Principals Diane Sauer and Marianna Cecchini help to create a nurturing environment that invites all children to discover their own unique giftings. Lori Cilano is responsible for inviting the YWAP Relationship Program at School #32. Her office is always full of children needing help or friendship and they know they are always welcome.
Kerri Baish is changing the world through the heart beats of children - one heart beat at a time. She is a Heartbeat Maker who is a Bright Spot in the Buffalo Schools. Thank you Kerri for allowing us to trust you with our children.
Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody.
A Scholarship for a young person to attend a 3 day Wilderness Adventure in the Adirondack Mountains is valued at $185. We are a 501c3 and your donations are tax deductible. You may give online at:
http://www.gofundme.com/73te4
If you are looking for a speaker for parents or youth or both, please call us.
I think Kerri Baish is a Heartbeat Maker. As Director of the Youth With A Purpose Relationship Mentoring Program, I have had the honor of being in the classroom with Kerri this year. I watched how children respect her. They enjoy being around her. Her classroom has a lot of peace in it. She does not stay in one place. Many Teachers stand in front of the class and stay there. Some Teachers sit behind a desk and stay there. Kerri goes where the hearts are. Her heart won't sit still. She moves to the place where the children are at. I don't mean that in a physical sense. Kerri is emotionally present with her young people and they feel respected and valued. When there seems to be a student who could use some behavior modification, Kerri moves into the students space of chaos and creates peace. A heart can beat in anger or a heart can beat in peace. Kerri Baish is someone who helps young people to create heartbeats of peace.
Kerri is part of a Buffalo School that is making a difference in the lives of children. Last year we had the honor of working alongside Matt Boyle. Matt is another great Teacher in a School that is becoming known as a School of great Teachers. Pauletta Stines, the Principal, along with Assistant Principals Diane Sauer and Marianna Cecchini help to create a nurturing environment that invites all children to discover their own unique giftings. Lori Cilano is responsible for inviting the YWAP Relationship Program at School #32. Her office is always full of children needing help or friendship and they know they are always welcome.
PS 32 Bennett Park Montessori
342 Clinton Street
Buffalo 14204
Grades: 3Y-8 • Hours: 9:00-3:30
716. 816.4603
- We believe children learn best in multi-aged settings.
- We believe children learn best in child-centered classrooms.
- Montessori philosophy emphasizes the use of age-appropriate, hands-on activities to engage children in their own learning.
- We believe multidimensional family involvement is integral to a child’s success in school.
- We believe it is the responsibility of our school community to meet the diverse needs of our children.
Kerri Baish is changing the world through the heart beats of children - one heart beat at a time. She is a Heartbeat Maker who is a Bright Spot in the Buffalo Schools. Thank you Kerri for allowing us to trust you with our children.
Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody.
"Find new ways,
in as many ways,
in more excellent ways,
on all of your days,
to show love."
Bob Kuebler
YWAP Director
YWAP Director
Youth With A Purpose
In School & After School
In The Mountains & In The Hood
In The Mountains & In The Hood
157 Locust Street
Buffalo, New York 14204
716-830-8240
"All Children Are Gifted"
http://thebrightspotreport.blogspot.com/A Scholarship for a young person to attend a 3 day Wilderness Adventure in the Adirondack Mountains is valued at $185. We are a 501c3 and your donations are tax deductible. You may give online at:
http://www.gofundme.com/73te4
If you are looking for a speaker for parents or youth or both, please call us.
Monday, May 7, 2012
The Superintendent Had A Gun
It was incredible! The Superintendent of the Buffalo Schools, Amber Dixon had a gun. The streets were filled with teachers, parents and students. Even Darth Vader was there (unless he was a poorly dressed nun!) She pointed the gun (in the air) and pulled the trigger. All of the teachers, parents, students and community supporters began to run through the streets of Buffalo. That's how it all began, the inaugural running of the 1st Annual Sedita Dragon 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run.
Here is the Mission Statement for the Race:
This was a community celebration. People ran in the race. People volunteered for the race. The Police helped to control traffic and protect the runners. Some people had to be patient as they couldn't park in their driveways until all the runners had passed. Neighbors cheered the people running by their homes. I even had somebody send me a text message that said they were sitting in a barber shop and saw me running a marathon!
When I got to the finish line where I finished 4th (in my age group,) I grabbed some water and watched the rest of the runners come home. There was a man standing next to me cheering everybody on. I noticed he put extra effort into cheering for the students who came in. I asked him if he was a teacher and he introduced himself as Todd Miklas the Assistant Principal. Todd hustled to the finish line to encourage other runners to finish. His job as an Educator is really more of a calling in his life that causes him to serve children 24/7. The Frank Sedita School in Buffalo, New York is a great place to be with many great Teachers who care about children and go the extra mile (or 3 miles) to prove it!
This is just one more of the many good things happening in the Buffalo Schools. Once again, the Superintendent was there. Leadership begins at the bottom, that's where true servants help to create trust in the people they serve. Trust is beginning to be rebuilt in the Buffalo schools because of dedicated Administrators, Teachers, Parents and Students. The hour has come for Buffalo, the time is now. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody!
A Scholarship for a young person to attend a 3 day Wilderness Adventure in the Adirondack Mountains is valued at $185. We are a 501c3 and your donations are tax deductible. You may give online at:
http://www.gofundme.com/73te4
If you are looking for a speaker for parents or youth or both, please call us.
Here is the Mission Statement for the Race:
Our Mission:The Sedita Dragon 5 K and Fun Run is a
celebration of school and community. Our mission is
to promote the physical and emotional fitness of our
student: through sports, academics, and multi-cultural
awareness within the Buffalo inner city community.
celebration of school and community. Our mission is
to promote the physical and emotional fitness of our
student: through sports, academics, and multi-cultural
awareness within the Buffalo inner city community.
When I got to the finish line where I finished 4th (in my age group,) I grabbed some water and watched the rest of the runners come home. There was a man standing next to me cheering everybody on. I noticed he put extra effort into cheering for the students who came in. I asked him if he was a teacher and he introduced himself as Todd Miklas the Assistant Principal. Todd hustled to the finish line to encourage other runners to finish. His job as an Educator is really more of a calling in his life that causes him to serve children 24/7. The Frank Sedita School in Buffalo, New York is a great place to be with many great Teachers who care about children and go the extra mile (or 3 miles) to prove it!
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| A Buffalo school helping students create unity in the community. |
This is just one more of the many good things happening in the Buffalo Schools. Once again, the Superintendent was there. Leadership begins at the bottom, that's where true servants help to create trust in the people they serve. Trust is beginning to be rebuilt in the Buffalo schools because of dedicated Administrators, Teachers, Parents and Students. The hour has come for Buffalo, the time is now. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody!
"Find new ways,
in as many ways,
in more excellent ways,
on all of your days,
to show love."
Bob Kuebler
YWAP Director
YWAP Director
Youth With A Purpose
In School & After School
In The Mountains & In The Hood
In The Mountains & In The Hood
157 Locust Street
Buffalo, New York 14204
716-830-8240
"All Children Are Gifted"
http://thebrightspotreport.blogspot.com/A Scholarship for a young person to attend a 3 day Wilderness Adventure in the Adirondack Mountains is valued at $185. We are a 501c3 and your donations are tax deductible. You may give online at:
http://www.gofundme.com/73te4
If you are looking for a speaker for parents or youth or both, please call us.
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