Gratitude Part IV- some highlights

Gratitude Part IV- some highlights

Year 3- When you are nice to people, they will eventually be nice back.

Handwritten note from a student,

Dear Dr. R.,

I’ve had a great time in my three years at Belhaven. I really loved the pep rallies, ice cream socials, and many other Renaissance events. All of us have learned so much from you about responsibility, compassion, trustworthiness, respect, courage, citizenship, positive attitude, and friendship. You’re a great principal of a great school! Thank you! And always have an enjoyable day!

K.

Hi Frank,

I received the nicest compliment last night and it is because of you and your leadership. The person told me that, ‘I wished I loved my job as much as you do. You are so happy and excited when you talk about your students and the fun activities you do.” Thank you Frank for all you do for me, our school, and community to make us better individuals. Sometimes I don’t think you realize how much you have positively impacted our staffulty. I remember when I almost quit after my first year teaching social studies. You helped me through a difficult time. Have a great day and keep smiling.

E.

Conversation with a parent:

There was no school spirit before you got here.

Dear Dr. Rudnesky,

We want to let you know how much we enjoyed ourselves last night at the Belhaven event. You hard work and dedication truly make Belhaven shine! I hope you know how much we appreciate all that you do for the students and for the parents of Linwood. Many thanks to a great principal!

CA

Frank,

What an awesome job! You should be so proud of the way you’ve turned things around at Belhaven. Trust me, take it from an “old timer” --you’re the best!!! It will be hard to top this year’s pep rally! Have a restful and wonderful spring break.

Nancy

Dear Frank,

If there was a Renaissance Man of the Year award, I’m voting for you! The pep rally was wonderful. Thank you for all your hard work. We’re lucky to have such an enthusiastic principal.

S.

Frank,

I know I already told you but it bears repeating. That pep rally was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. Not only was it great to see the kids recognized but it was great to see how proud and excited the kids were for each other. Thanks for asking me to be a presenter. The look on one student’s face was really something.

Kate

Frank,

I actually stepped out of my office so I could come down for the pep rally and stayed for most of it before I had to back to hold down to the fort. It was great! It’s so good to see the students having so much fun, as well as the staffulty. Great job!

Diane

Handwritten card from a parent:

Dear Dr. R.

Thank you for the flowers at the pep rally. It was very unnecessary but I do appreciate your thoughtfulness and kindness. I am always willing to work for a good cause with a good leader. In Renaissance, I have found both! Thank you for all your hard work on behalf of the kids!

MB