November Honorable Hornets

Stacey Sanders, Food Service Dept.

We are so excited to nominate Stacey Sanders for the Honorable Hornet Award! Stacey brings so much joy and safety to our elementary cafeteria every day. She constantly goes out of her way to make sure every single student feels welcome and included. Stacey’s dedication extends far beyond the regular school year, as she ensures our OA students continue to receive meals even throughout the summer months. Providing meals is about so much more than food; it is about making sure students feel supported, valued and cared for. Her hard work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact on our students and school community is tremendous. From taking extra-special care of our special education students to keeping a close eye on kids with severe food allergies, Stacey truly shows what the Oakfield-Alabama community is all about.

Ryan Stehlar, Elementary Teacher

I would like to nominate Mr. Stehlar for the Honorable Hornet Award because of the patience, kindness, and compassion he shows his students every single day. As a parent, one of the most important things to me is knowing that my daughter is in a classroom where she feels comfortable, supported, and excited to learn. Mr. Stehlar has created exactly that environment. He is incredibly patient, understanding, and willing to take the extra time needed to help his students succeed. He recognizes that every child learns differently and is flexible in his approach, making sure his students feel heard, respected, and encouraged rather than rushed or overwhelmed. What stands out to me most is the positive impact he has had on my daughter. She genuinely loves going to school and looks forward to being in his classroom. As a parent, that speaks volumes about the kind of teacher and person he is. It takes a special kind of person to make children feel excited about learning while also making them feel valued as individuals. Mr. Stehlar demonstrates the qualities of an Honorable Hornet through his everyday actions, not just his words. I truly appreciate the time, effort, and compassion he puts into his students, and I believe he is more than deserving of this recognition.

If you know an adult who lives, learns, works, or serves in the Oakfield-Alabama Central School District, we invite you to nominate them for a “Honorable Hornet” Recognition on our website here:  https://www.oahornets.org/honorable-hornet