Congratulations to the Trenton Public School District Human Resources Mentors of the Month!
February Mentor of the Month: Jennifer Featherston, ESL Teacher at Holland Middle School – Nominated by Noah Myers, Sheltered Social Studies Teacher at Holland Middle School
”She is always there for support, gives me a lot of advice, and has helped me become a better teacher for my ESL students. Also, she is an excellent mentor because the students love her and respect her, as well as students trying harder because of that closer relationship. Even though she has been teaching for 16 years she is not discouraged or ready to throw in the towel, but comes in every day enthusiastic which can even be infectious for the staff and students. Whenever I have needed help whether for planning a specific activity/lesson, getting behaviors better, or just needing to vent she has been there. Mrs. Featherston is the definition of a model mentor teacher!”
February Mentor of the Month: Debra Amon, Social Studies Teacher at Dr. MLK Jr. Middle School – Nominated by Rachel Belson, Social Studies Teacher at Dr. MLK Jr. Middle School
“Debra Amon deserves to be recognized because she helps me where I need help, but also challenges me to figure things out on my own, too. She is available whenever I need her, even if it is on the weekends, to answer any questions I might have or tell me who I need to speak to about XYZ. In addition, she has become one of my work friends who I truly respect and admire.”
January Mentor of the Month: Katharin Butterworth, Health/Physical Education Teacher at PJ Hill Elementary School – Nominated by Aida Ingram, Health/Physical Education Teacher at PJ Hill Elementary School
“I want to nominate my mentor, Katharin Butterworth, as Mentor of the Month for Health and Physical Education because she has not only significantly contributed to PJ Hill as a Health and Physical Education teacher but has also been instrumental in guiding and supporting me, from developing lesson plans to mastering my teaching techniques. Her dedication and expertise have been invaluable in shaping my growth in this field.”
January Mentor of the Month: Jennifer Savage-Renshall, Art Teacher at Rivera Elementary School – Nominated by Florence Simons, Music Teacher at Rivera Elementary School
”Jenn has been a tremendous mentor for me. She has given me so much advice in regards to my teaching, such as classroom management techniques, Professional Development, daily pep talks that help to encourage me and my teaching, and always treating me as an equal and not as a novice teacher. She is thoughtful, funny, stern, when she needs to be, and kind.”
December Mentor of the Month: Michelle Marrazzo, Information Literacy Specialist at McKnight Elementary School (nominated by novice teacher Erin Coutts, first grade at McKnight)
“Michelle is always there to help when I feel stuck or am struggling. She always makes herself available to me regardless of how busy her schedule is. Any time I need something, she makes sure I get it.” - Erin Coutts
November Mentor of the Month: Amy Kinczel, ESL Teacher at Harrison Elementary School (nominated by novice teacher Brandon Fullard, ESL Teacher at Harrison)
“She has always been a kind and welcoming presence in the school - she is not afraid to share resources and ideas. When I have asked questions on how to work better with students, she has always provided suggestions and made it feel acceptable to ask questions.” - Brandon Fullard
October Mentor of the Month: Pauline Saravia, ESL Teacher at Monument Intermediate School (nominated by novice teacher Andrea Santiago, ESL Teacher at Monument)
“She has gone above and beyond for me - making sure I learn the ropes. She reaches out after contact hours and on weekends. She is truly amazing.” - Andrea Santiago
