Daniel Axford Elementary

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Phillips at DA is a wonderful teacher!  She has made my son's 2nd grade experience incredibly enjoyable.  She integrates creative activities into her lessons which we appreciate because it's engaging, and my son has a passion for art.  I often ask him how he would rate his day on a 5 point scale... 5 being the best day ever.  Not once has a day been rated below a 4. I'm very grateful for that! Thank you Mrs. Phillips for creating an environment where Hunter feels happy, comfortable, and supported.  You're a real gem! -Andria W. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Miconi at OES and DA has taught Elin so much about music this year ! She also coordinated a wonderful musical that was entertaining and impressive ! She is very passionate and has made a positive impact on Elin. Thank you ! -Marisa P. Mrs. Miconi's music concerts are absolutely AMAZING!!! She puts so much time and effort into making it such a wonderful performance! She also organizes fun, school-wide sing-a-longs and her joyful spirit follows her wherever she goes! Thank you for all you do for our girl! -Sarah H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Huhta from DA has such a welcoming smile and wonderful personality. The one that you always hope and dream for every child entering school to receive. I knew as soon as we met Mrs. Huhta at pop in for popsicles she was going to be a great teacher for our son's first year of kindergarten. He will even say, “she has the best smile when we walk in the classroom everyday.” Thanks for making every day great and helping our son thrive. We appreciate all that you do day in and day out! -Kristi W. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 A Huge Thank You to Mrs. Mumbrue from DA! We are so thankful for Mrs. Mumbrue and the incredible reading support she gave Miles this year. With her daily intervention and encouragement, Miles went from needing extra help, to reading the world around him — signs, menus, books, and more. It’s opened up an entirely new world for him, and he’s thriving because of her guidance. She believed in him, nurtured his progress, and helped him grow into a confident, independent reader. So much so that he no longer needs the extra support — what an amazing accomplishment! Thank you, Mrs. Mumbrue, for helping unlock the joy of reading for our Miles. ❤️ -Kylee P. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Paxton(Ribant) was my daughter’s 2nd grade teacher at DA. She has made such a lifelong impact on my now 7th grader, and we’re SO grateful for her! Mrs. Paxton really showed us how to spread kindness, always! My daughter would leave us such sweet sticky notes that I will cherish forever! Mrs. Paxton definitely has a special place in our hearts, and I’m proud to call her my colleague 💙💛 Fire Up Chips! -Paula C. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Bull from DA was nothing short of amazing for our son. When she got him, he was behind in reading and making little progress. He was frustrated and starting to dislike reading. She worked tirelessly to boost his confidence and the progress he made that year was unbelievable. He is thriving now in school because of her and we are forever grateful for her! -Lauren K. Shoutout to Mrs. Bull from DA– A First Grade Rockstar! We are beyond grateful for amazing teachers like Mrs. Bull, who make a lasting impact on their students every day. She’s helped our Miles grow into a confident reader, strengthen his math skills, and discover the joy in learning. Her classroom is filled with kindness, creativity, and fun – and she always goes the extra mile, like dressing up in style for Fancy Nancy Day on Valentine’s Day! Thank you, Mrs. Bull, for making first grade such a magical place to grow! -Kylee P. Mrs. Bull from DA has gone above and beyond to help my son! Any time he needs an extra hug, pep talk or support she is right there to give him what he needs. She turned him into a reader and sparked a LOVE of reading, which is the best to see. Mrs. Bull is a creative teacher who always finds ways to make learning fun for the students. I will never stop being amazed at how much my son has grown this year both academically and socially with her support. Thank you Mrs. Bull! -Jamie G. All of my kids have been lucky enough to have Mrs Bull from DA as their first grade teacher! She is the absolute best and treats her students like family! We are forever grateful for her! -Katie F. #WorldClassWildcats #OCSWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Francis from DA was the BEST first teacher for my son! She helped him in ways beyond measure by instilling a love of school and learning! She helped him socially and gave him skills he has needed to make friends and have confidence to tackle new challenges as he's grown beyond DK. My favorite part of her teaching is her understanding of what DKers need to succeed; like play, imagination, big movements and FUN! We love Mrs. Francis and she will always hold a special place in our hearts. -Jamie G. Our youngest is our first to be able to do DK and Mrs. Francis from DA is the best! Emily loves going to school, has learned so much, and now she’s even more excited (and ready) for kindergarten. We love all our teachers at DA! -Jennifer H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Although Jack is now in 8th grade, we want Mrs. Klingensmith from DA to know we appreciate her impact on him as a first grader with abundant curiosity and copious energy to this day. We are so grateful that he was lucky enough to learn from one of the absolute BEST! -Danielle C. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Don from DA has an enormous heart. She makes her students feel heard, respected, and understood. They feel loved in her classroom and safe during difficult situations with other students. She is a fair teacher and doesn’t play favorites. She shows up with love to give and makes sure every kiddo is happy. Academically she is organized, manages a great routine, and helps the kids apply new things to even their every day lives. -Kara S. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Herron from DA is the best!! She cares so much for the wellbeing of our students! She has brought so much comfort and SEL education to our daughter this year! She is a huge part of her success this year! <3 -Kinsey H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Gould from DA has been the most amazing Kindergarten teacher for our son! We couldn't have imagined a better fit! She made him feel comfortable immediately when the year started, and he was very nervous about starting a new school. She is a wonderful communicator, letting us know as much as she can about what is going on in class and what the kids are learning. She will send emails anytime something exciting happens or if she thinks our son seems a little off that day just to let us know. I cannot imagine having a more perfect Kindergarten teacher not only for our son, but our family. To show how much she means to our son he tells us if there is a day when Mrs. Gould had to go to a meeting and there was a substitute "Today was a rough day because Mrs. Gould wasn't there." We cannot thank Mrs. Gould enough for the wonderful care she takes of our son and all that she has taught him this year. We are all going to miss her deeply next year! -Alex & Tony G. Thank you, Mrs. Gould, for making Joel’s Kindergarten experience wonderful. He comes home so happy everyday. He has learned so much this year. -Sara H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Bob from transportation is awesome! He always gets our kids where they need to be, safely and happy! We appreciate you, Mr. Bob! Thank you!! -Kinsey H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Thank you Mrs. Collins from DA! Upon filling out our mismatch request for the 2024-2025 school year, I described my daughter's personality, characteristics and learning needs. I specifically notated that Tegan would fit best with an educator who exhibits a nurturing presence, calm demeanor and implements positive reinforcement. Mrs. Collins was indeed the perfect match. She has proven to be impeccably kind, patient, compassionate and empathetic in my time of knowing her. The consistent support she has provided for Tegan, whilst navigating her learning journey, has been unwavering. Despite the challenges, Mrs. Collins handles every situation with grace, love and enthusiasm. As the daughter of an elementary school principal (who unfortunately lost her battle with cancer last year), I've witnessed the challenges that teachers & staff experience with children that have “special requirements”. It is no easy feat, and just like my role as a nurse, I've learned that being a teacher is more than a career, but also a "calling" that can only be fulfilled meaningfully by certain individuals. Thank you, Mrs. Collins, for following your calling and teaching with your soul. We are grateful for your dedication, patience, tailoring to our daughters needs and all of the above. Your impact on her will forever be appreciated, and I am certain that my mom is sending you similar accolades from heaven. -Amber K. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Morin from OES and DA has been Elin’s sponsor for Action team for 2 years. Elin has benefitted tremendously from her leadership and she has learned a lot about service and community. Mrs. Morin does a lot for OES and we are thankful for her. -Marisa P. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Ms. George from DA loved both of my kids as her own. She was kind, caring and loving every day and was the reason they loved coming to school every day. The compassion she showed my daughter when she was working through anxieties at school made all of the difference in her life. We are forever grateful for Ms. George! -Lauren K. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Schulte from DA always brings the happy! She has made Reagan's first year of school so incredible and memorable for her AND us! We love her!!! She works so hard and keeps every day fun! Thank you, Mrs. Schulte! -Kinsey H. Mrs. Schulte is a wonderful kindgergarten teacher! She is so very loving to her students and helps them to feel secure in her classroom in such a big transitional year. My son always comes home to tell me how sweet she is and how her hugs are the best. There is nothing better than knowing your kid feels happy in their classroom environment. Mrs. Schulte has helped my child grow so much academically and has also helped prepare them for first grade. -Kara S. Mrs. Schulte played such an important role in my son's educational journey! As someone who was nervous and anxious at school, she taught him tools to help him blossom and manage his worries. She was always there for a hug or words of encouragement. She made learning fun for him, and he always wanted to be here! We are forever thankful for her role in his life! -Jaime G. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Boyd from DA ROCKS! He can always be counted on to support our students or bring a smile to their face with something silly! Thank you, Mr. Boyd! -Kinsey H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. LeRoy from DA is a kindergarten teacher who is the heart of her class —kind, caring, and endlessly patient. She greets everyone with a warm smile and Avery reports all students line up for a Mrs. LeRoy hug after lunch. Mrs. LeRoy makes my daughter feel so loved every day, because she truly loves her students like they’re her own. Her classroom isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a place where kids feel safe, supported, and seen. Because of her, my daughter has had a great first experience with school, which was what we wanted most for Avery as she started her school journey. Endless amount of praise and appreciation for Mrs. LeRoy and everything she does for all her students every day. Thank you!!!! -Catelyn H. Mrs. LeRoy has continuously poured her heart into her kindergarten classrooms over the years and I’ve been so blessed to have her for two of my kids. She is so loving and kind and encouraging to her students which is very much needed in a big transitional year. She is excellent with communication and always makes her students love when they are hurt, sad, or scared. She deals with many emotions flawlessly and also manages her classroom with such organization that it helps her students grow for first grade. My kids grew so much academically in her classroom. -Kara S. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🗓️ Join us for our next Community Conversations on Tuesday, May 13 at 6 PM at Oxford Elementary! 🏫 There’s no set agenda — just an open, welcoming space to talk about whatever’s on your mind. Whether you have questions, ideas, or just want to listen in, we’d love to have you there. 💬 #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

✨ Is your child ready to dive into the world of reading and writing? ✨ 📚 Join us for a free event designed for families with students in Pre-K through 1st Grade! 🗓️ When: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 PM 📍 Where: Clear Lake Elementary Register here by May 15th: https://bit.ly/4ihRkjF