This week was deemed Paraprofessional recognition week by the State of Minnesota! We here in Minneota Public Schools realize just how important and essential our Paraprofessionals are to the success of our school/students! As a small token of our appreciation, we've tried to spoil our Para's as much as possible this week with donuts/juice, meat/cheese trays, treats, and pizza/pop! Below, you'll see just how important Paraprofessionals are to our school district.
“A paraprofessional is multi-talented! In my classroom a paraprofessional will be found…. guiding a struggling reader, encouraging practice with math skills, instilling the confidence to share opinions, and helping children develop friendship skills. A para-professional is the glue that cements students’ learning into that art project called “Life” Thank you to all the paraprofessionals for being that binding force at Minneota Elementary School.” - Mrs. Sue Buysse
“Paraprofessionals are the backbone to great and effective teachers. They "fill in" the empty spaces of the school by providing support and guidance whether it's helping students with academics or teaching them important social and life skills. They are an integral part of a child's life and future sucess! Thank you to all paraprofessionals that make a difference each day!” - Ms. Melinda Drietz
“Paraprofessional are the heart and soul of Minneota Public Schools. They teach, they encourage and they believe in the students they work with every day. Children count with you, but Teachers count on you! Thank you for all you do for our school!” - Mrs. Heather Webskowski
“It is invaluable to be able to collaborate with a paraPROfessional that is in the classroom every day. They are tremendously flexible in that they have to jump from subject to subject on an hourly basis. They definitely enrich the students’ education here at Minneota Public Schools. Thanks for all that you do for the kids” - Mr. Keven Larson
“A para is my second set of eyes, ears and shadow in my shop classes and a barometer in the classroom of student motivation levels.” - Mr. Bill Delaney
“Paraprofessionals are the lifelines of the school. We rely on them to be great communicators and advocates for students. They are patient, kind, resilient and willing to help in any way they can. Paraprofessionals build important and lasting relationships with students and teachers. Without them, we could not do our job. Thank you for all you do!” -Mrs. Nicolle Johnston
Paraprofessional assist in the discovering of creating ideas on how students will apply what is being taught and has been taught. - Mr. Scott Hanson
A paraprofessional is an advocate for students. - Ms. Renae Hanson
Have you ever read three books at once? Paraprofessional, Maggie Williams can!
