What is Ray’s Praise?

Ray’s Praise is an opportunity for students at MIA to show their appreciation for others. Whether it’s a classmate, teacher, or another staff member, these praises offer us a chance to our respect and admiration for someone which will certainly brighten their day.

Sra. Higuera

She is always there to help me and I always know I can tell her anything and everything. She is always there to give me a hug and tell me anything I need to cheer me up. From: Jade Messenger

Mrs. Gutwerk

Gutty is an amazing teacher and cheer coach! From: Francesca

Mr. Figueroa

He’s a cool teacher and he’s actually very fun to be around.

Mr. Ray

My dad because he works hard for this school to make sure everything is in line. From: Isla Ray

Kazim Kasap

Very nice person.

Luandra Castillo Aguilar

She is the most awesome.

Jonathon Juels

He is a very nice well coordinated guy. From: Grigori Riza

Because he’s the goat.

Mr. Dayett

He is kind and always find a way to make class fun and a comfortable space. Low-key a GOAT.

Because he is the best teacher ever. From: Not Mr. Dayett

Sophia Ogdin

She is always there for anyone that needs someone to talk to.

Dr. Lombardi

Her class is so much fun and she is full of energy in a good way. I can’t wait for the rest of the semester! From: Sarah Bergman

She is a very kind, funny, and upbeat teacher who makes learning fun.

Jayden Ragan

Jayden Ragan is such a nice person always there when you need someone. She is always helping in class, and a caring and attentive person willing to go above and beyond for anyone.

Marissa Mlynarek

She is always helping out her friends when needed and always holds the door and is also very sweet.

Ayla Vatansever

They’re always kind, considerate, and possibly the strongest person I know, not physically, but mentally and emotionally. From: Luke Tirrell

Marisa Baldino

Down-to-earth & kindhearted.

Very determined person and very involved in school.

Ms. Ganser

Ms. Ganser is always there for me and spreading positivity. She teaches me so much and helped me pass my progress monitoring test.  From: Johnny Brueckner

Cora Billingsley

She is my best friend ever.

You are so helpful, positive and bring a smile to my face every day! Thank you for being YOU! From: Sra. Walther 

Anna Tessarzik

Anna is such a bright soul and so fun to talk too!

Abril Alvarez-Rodriguez

She is so kind and so sweet, she is always helping me with anything I need.

Madelyn Sodergren

She’s a really nice friend that you can be open to about anything.

Autumn Skubin-Amendola

She’s a dependable and reliable friend who’s got your back no matter what.

Kai Schertell 

Because he is very cool and amazing. From: Luca Garcia-Perfecto

Miss Pisculli

She tries hard to be positive and even when she isn’t feeling it she still tries.

Sandra Mendez-Ramirez

She’s very kind and easy to talk to, one of the best friends you could have. From: Maria Vu

Mr. Ginther

He’s super chill and a great person. He is a phenomenal teacher and I learn a lot from him. From: Kazim Kasap

Ryan McCall

He is doing great with his work, making tons of friends and making everyone feel welcomed. From: Sophia Solimini

Ms. Ganser

She is a goat.

Sarah Friedhoff 

She is always a good friend and she always knows how to make someone feel good.

Anthony Abin

He is funny.

Officer Ashby

Ashby is him. He’s amazing. From: William

He protects our school every day. From: Dakota Tenney

He is deserving of a Ray’s Praise because he keeps our school safe every day.

For putting up with me and being the best officer. From: Maci

Officer Ashby is an amazing person. Even though he seems grumpy, he does his best every day to keep our lives away from danger. He risks his life so that all of ours aren’t in danger. I’m very grateful for that. Thank You Officer Ashby. From: Tatiana

Yara Malewski

Because she’s Yara and pretty. From Alexa Hamm

For being really good and having a nice face.

Mr. Doebert

Because he is the best English teach of all time! From Dylan Z. 

Miss Scott

She is super nice, always happy, and she never fails to make someone smile.

Kyleigh Haueter 

She is open to new things and lets everyone feel welcome. She became my friend on my first of school because she wanted me to sit next to her in a class where I didn’t know anyone. From: Mara

Chase Cook

He is a really, really nice friend who has been there for me over the years. I have known him since 4th grade, and he’s been there for me throughout tough times. He has been one of the nicest people I have met ever. From: Ryan McCall

Giuliana Batelli

She is a kind person who always brings a smile to my face. From: Cora

Kai Samuel 

She is an amazing artist and such a kind and thoughtful person and a really great friend. From: Isabella Diaz

Mathew Asbell

Beautiful young man. From: Logan

Logan Drag

He is very cool.

John Brueckner