Congratulations to our ESP Stars!

Patti Hyzy Paraeducator Sycamore Trails Elementary School District U-46 Educational Assistants (DUEA) IEA Region 63 Patti continues to grow in both her profession as a paraeducator, as well as her association work. She supports some of our youngest learners in early childhood through the district’s play-based program. She is a strong building rep for our members and a go-to person for other buildings that have early childhood programs. Patti currently serves on our local association board, bargaining team and is the community connection committee chair. In her most recent effort, Patti assisted in collecting more than 500 toiletry items for the Community Crisis Center. Congratulations Patti!

J.P. Quirk Paraeducator Kenyon Woods Middle School District U-46 Educational Assistants (DUEA) IEA Region 63 J.P. serves on the DUEA bargaining team. He consistently goes the extra mile to meet the needs of the students in his building and is willing to help wherever needed. Recently, J.P. had a “novel” idea of how to enhance the hallway across from the school library. He purchased decal-type locker covers that look like the spines of classic literary works. J.P. secured funding for the project through the school’s and his own resources. After spending many hours trimming and applying the “books” to the lockers, the hallway looks amazing! The completed project serves as a reminder of the joys of reading. Congratulations J.P.!

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