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Celebrating Excellence: Secretary Marten Presents Brader Elementary with Sapphire Award
Delaware Secretary honors Counselor Alexis Ridgeway and Brader Elementary with the Sapphire Award for cutting suspensions down by 17% using
It’s time to celebrate! Today, Delaware Secretary of Education Cynthia “Cindy” Marten honored Counselor Alexis Ridgeway and Brader Elementary School with the prestigious Sapphire Award for Excellence in School Counseling.
Counselor Ridgeway’s dedicated work using disaggregated data uncovered discipline disparities among male special education students. By implementing restorative practices, behavior support plans, and targeted counseling, Counselor Ridgeway and Brader Elementary achieved a 17% decrease in suspensions and improved classroom engagement.
This well-earned honor shines a spotlight on how data-driven strategies combined with compassionate care can create equitable, positive learning environments!
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Congratulations to Alexis Ridgeway and the entire Brader Elementary community—you’re setting a new standard for excellence!
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