TESTIMONIALS

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Few people can say they have had a manager, a mentor, and all around expert while working in one job, but I can attribute all three of these roles to one person, Sharmaine. From the moment I started working with Sharmaine, I knew that I had someone who could help me grow as an educator in both craft and in content. She has the ability to coach and mentor teachers while also acting as sounding board for students. This ability gains her trust from staff as well as students. Sharmaine is not just someone you want to work with, she is someone you want to work for because she gets results while celebrating your accomplishments and treating you as a valuable member of a team. Her passion for education shines through in her professionalism, diligence, and expertise. As a leader, a manager, and a mentor in my professional career, Sharmaine is unmatched.

H. Diverio - Physics & Biology teacher

reported directly to Sharmaine

Sharmaine is the best math teacher I have ever worked with and has been instrumental in my growth. She is a thorough planner and as a teacher executed high-quality lessons. It is her clear desire for students' lifelong success that makes her a leader. Because she always frames the work that must be done to improve student achievement, she collaborates well with other teachers and leaders. Because of Sharmaine, our school has increased access to resources for mathematics. She is the colleague who most makes me want to keep teaching here. Her honesty about the work that must be completed is refreshing; furhtermore her support mentally and professionally is essential to my continued teaching.  She has aso shown me that is is possible to complete the difficult work necessary while still being a great mother, wife and friend. Sharmaine sets high expectations for herself in all aspects of her life and it is visible to the students and teachers who work with her. 

J. Esteban - Math Teacher & Department Chair

reported directly to Sharmaine

Since Sharmaine came to NCA, everything of which she was a part has been impacted tremendously. In teaching & leading as a DC & AP, she has impacted so many lives. She has taught all of us, students, teachers and parents alike. Everywhere Sharmaine goes, there is a massive impact. She embodies every characteristic that I want in a friend, co-worker and boss. Sharmaine’s effectiveness is so strong that even the most experienced can learn from her. The peace that she exudes while balancing all of the things is like the calm of the storm, a peace that is so contagious that it spreads and influences staff members under the most stressful times. Unsurprisingly, she has intervened on behalf of her leaders and her co-workers to rectify and calm any situation without stepping on any toes. Simply put, everyone is comfortable around Sharmaine and can be themselves simply because of the kindness that is within her. Sharmaine is an inspiration & the embodiment of the teacher I wish to become.

G. Goodlow - History Teacher & Grade Level Chair

worked alongside Sharmaine