It's Hard to Say Goodbye...

We are blessed at CKS to have an experienced staff that supports our mission and loves to be here. That's why it's always hard to say goodbye when people move or retire.  At the end of this school year, we will wish a happy retirement to two CKS stalwarts: Mary Brown and Debbie Lopez.

Mrs. Brown has been teaching at CKS for over 20 years, starting in 1989. She has been anchoring 4th grade for the past 14 years. A published author, a lover of Florida history, a determined kickball player and a caring teacher, Mrs. Brown will be missed by her CKS family.

Ms. Lopez has been teaching at CKS for 31 years, starting in 1985. She moved our library from the days of card catalogues and filmstrips to ebooks and web subscriptions. She has orchestrated book fairs, box tops and mission collections. However, I will always remember her for being able to combine her knowledge of books and students to suggest "just the right book" for readers.

We look forward to recognizing these long time staff members and their impact on CKS in the coming months.