La Pietra Students Celebrate World Teachers' Day
October 5th, 2022
Wednesday, October 5 is World Teachers' Day! To celebrate, students shared stories and memories about our La Pietra faculty members to thank them and show their appreciation. Mahalo for all you do for our students every day!
A student dresses up as Dr. Harbottle during Spirit Week.
DR. KAINOA HARBOTTLE
Dr. Harbottle is a substitute English teacher this term at La Pietra, and he's already made a big impact on students.
"One day in English I was very stressed out, and I think he could tell by the way I was acting and what I was saying," one student said. "He came over and told me it's okay to ask for help and that it's okay to be stressed. I would wanna thank him for always listening to me."
Ms. jenna tuss
Ms. Tuss is a PE and dance teacher at La Pietra. Sophomore Izzy S. says Ms. Tuss helped her get through a challenging dance technique this term, and cheered her on throughout the entire process.
"I just could not do it, but Ms. Tuss kept walking me through it. When I finally kind of got it, she was cheering me on and it felt nice to be noticed," Izzy says. "I love how upbeat and supportive she is. She just sends a really nice, positive energy to be around, so I always look forward to her class.”
Photos of Ms. Jenna Tuss and sophomore Izzy S. taken by photography students ahead of the Term 1 Dance Showcase.
MS. sam wiseman
Ms. Wiseman is a social studies and psychology teacher at La Pietra. Several students wrote in to thank her for always being there to offer extra help, even during time outside of class.
"During a difficult assignment, she donated her time and effort to let us stay in her classroom to give us one-on-one help," said freshman Kailani E. "This helped our class push through our own obstacles."
Ms. Wiseman helps students during a project in psychology.
