Congratulations to music therapy teacher Zoë Volz was recognized as the FCPS 2022 Region 4 Outstanding Secondary New Teacher and one of the six finalists for the FCPS Outstanding Secondary New Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 8th.

Zoë reminds her students that “Everyday is a fresh start,” and there is always an opportunity to reset. This is supported by the calm spaces, fidget toys, and multimodal sensory materials available to students within the classroom. Zoë’s positive, but mellow aura helps to put her students at ease and build positive relationships. This is evident in her classroom, the hallway, and even in the After School Progam, in which she participates. This expands into the overall culture of Burke School Middle to which she has joined multiple community outreach programs and self-improvement committees. Zoë’s love and passion for her students continue to inspire their creative and musical passion.

• Visit Ms. Volz's recognition on the FCPS website

Congratulations to our following staff members who were also recognized at this year's FCPS Honors Ceremony!

Outstanding School-Based Operational School-Level Recipient

• Hasna Bachar, Instructional Assistant

Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee School-Level Recipient

• Dina Berhan, School Counselor

Outstanding Secondary Teacher School and Pyramid-Level Recipient

• Jessica Moberly, Emotional Disabilities Teacher

Outstanding School-Based Leader School-Level Recipient

• Thomas Sweet, Assistant Principal

Thank you to Thomas Sweet for all of his hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison.