January 2026 Teacher of the Month

St. Monica is truly fortunate to have a teacher like Ms. Harmon. Her passion for teaching inspires a love of learning in her students.  In our St. Monica community, our teachers are deeply valued for their dedication and commitment to the well-being and growth of each student, even in challenging times.
 
Ms. Harmon is one of the most beloved teachers at St. Monica.  She inspires a love of learning in her students.  One mom said, “I’ve never walked into a classroom and seen such respect and good behavior from an entire class of kids.”  Her students value her leadership and respect her as an educator and mentor.  She shows her love for her students through her patience and innovative teaching skills.   She sees each of her students as individuals and celebrates their differences.  Her students love the riddles, games, and songs she uses in class to help them learn.  One of their favorite games is “let’s see who is taller than Ms. Harmon at the end of the year!”
 
Ms. Harmon fosters trust in the classroom and increases her students’ confidence and self-worth, which is so important in second grade.  Another parent notes that the amount her child has learned in half a year is incredible and says that Ms. Harmon’s ability to connect with each child while maintaining a joyful, motivating environment is truly special.”  Ms. Harmon is known as being tough, but fair, and that attitude helps develop a trusting relationship built on mutual respect.   She helps her students become independent and teaches them the value of organization, planning, and developing executive functioning skills.  ​​​​

Congratulations, Ms. Harmon, on being named Teacher of the Month!