10/12/2026
We are so excited to celebrate our PPIG winners from the month of September! PPIG is short for our CSUSA values- Purpose, Passion, Integrity, and Grit! Join us in congratulating these wonderful women!
Shout out to Ms. Maik for the incredible leadership and support she brings to our school community! She is doing an outstanding job leading the 3rd grade team this year while also mentoring four FGCU students as they grow into future educators. Her willingness to share her knowledge, support others, and model excellence in the classroom reflects our commitment to Strong Minds, Good Hearts. Ms. Maik is always looking for ways to help her team and school, and she never hesitates to lend a hand wherever needed. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to student and staff success!
Ms. Zamorro is being nominated for Passion for her outstanding dedication and support as the Kindergarten Content Lead. She consistently goes above and beyond by sending weekly emails to her team with valuable resources, reminders, and guidance, including referring teachers to the pacing calendar previously shared to support effective planning and daily instruction. She also shares slide decks and instructional resources for ELA, math, and science units, helping ensure consistency, rigor, and preparedness across the grade level. Her proactive communication, collaborative mindset, and commitment to supporting both teachers and students demonstrate true Passion and a relentless commitment to student success.
Integrity Dean- Shout out to Mrs. Dean for consistently demonstrating incredible integrity in everything she does! She always puts students first, makes thoughtful decisions based on what is best for children, and models honesty, fairness, and accountability every day in her VPK classroom. Mrs. Dean creates a culture where students learn the importance of kindness, responsibility, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Her positive example helps build strong character and strong minds in our youngest learners. Thank you, Mrs. Dean, for leading with heart, purpose, and integrity!
Ms. Sampin is being nominated for Grit for the unwavering dedication, patience, and care she demonstrates every day with her students. She consistently pours love, equity, and fairness into each child, ensuring that all students feel valued, supported, and capable of success—even those who may present the greatest challenges. Through her perseverance, compassionate approach, and commitment to doing what is best for students, Ms. Sampin creates a classroom environment where every child has the opportunity to grow academically and emotionally. Her resilience and steadfast belief in her students truly embody the meaning of Grit.
