Her principal says:
Ger simply provides a safe challenging learning environment in the classroom. She engages students by making the curriculum relevant. She holds students accountable and teaches them how to recognize their own style of learning.

Her principal says:
Ruth's relationships with her students is the key to success. She recognizes their successes, she mentors, she tutors, she encourages, and her students know that she is their advocate.

Her principal says:
Mrs. Gustafson has positively impacted our teachers' perception of the roles of a library teacher and a school library in helping to achieve academic excellence. Her tireless efforts toward reading advocacy and collaboration with teachers deserve recognition.