Tom “ Toody/ TJ “Cirincione was a one of a kind basketball purist! The great letters/ Stop by your gym passing thru to get some shots up and seeing his infectious smile at the Final 4! RIP Toody👏👏🏀🏀
For many kids, their teacher is the most consistent non-family adult in their life.
Same classroom. Same expectations. Same person.
Kids don’t just need that.
They want it.
Research shows that consistency and predictability support emotional regulation, reduce stress, and improve focus and learning. Knowing what to expect and who will be there brings comfort.
That comfort matters.
And teachers provide it every day.
With Jackie Pons at the helm, Jefferson County's lone public school executed a remarkable turnaround. The school's story is inspirational, but so is Jackie's personal story. https://t.co/bBuNI7AfNM