From the very beginning of the school year, it was clear that Mrs. Dzurny would be an exceptional instructor and the perfect first elementary school teacher for our daughter, Mila. Mrs. Dzurny brings clarity, warmth, and intentionality into everything she does. Her classroom is thoughtfully designed to engage students in multiple ways, creating a welcoming and structured environment where children feel safe, motivated, and excited to learn. As a parent herself, Mrs. Dzurny truly understands how to meet young children where they are—recognizing that at this important age, every interaction matters and plays a role in shaping students academically, socially, and emotionally. Mila has loved being part of her classroom, especially the positive behavior systems like the gem jar and treasure chest, which reinforce effort, collaboration, kindness, and responsibility in meaningful ways. Mrs. Dzurny’s communication with families has been outstanding. Her weekly newsletters, along with regular notes and photos from special classroom activities, help us feel connected and informed. This consistent communication reassures parents and strengthens the partnership between home and school. I had the opportunity to attend a field trip with the class and was incredibly impressed by Mrs. Dzurny’s ability to manage and engage the students in a setting where it would have been easy for them to become distracted. Her calm authority, clear expectations, and respectful rapport with the children were evident. Within just weeks of the school year beginning, she had already established a strong foundation of trust, structure, and boundaries—an impressive testament to her skill as an educator. We have also deeply appreciated Mrs. Dzurny’s experience teaching first grade and how she uses that knowledge to prepare her kindergarten students from the ground up. She knows exactly what skills they will need in the year ahead, and her thoughtful instruction gives us great confidence that Mila is being set up for longterm success. Her years of experience truly shine through in her teaching. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, care, and consistency Mrs. Dzurny shows her students every single day. This has been a wonderful and impactful year for our daughter, and Mrs. Dzurny is truly deserving of recognition for her excellence in teaching.