Community is the single-most important value at The New Century School, and gratitude has a way of making a community feel even closer. Below are reflections from members of the TNCS community about what they are grateful for at TNCS.
We hope these words leave you feeling encouraged, connected, and reminded of the many people who help our children—and all of us—grow.
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Andrew Callahan
“I’ve been grateful for a team that is communicative, joyful, and shares a genuine care for the work that we do!”
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Manuel Cueva
“I am grateful for the companionship and friendship of my coworkers.”
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Tierra Hill
“I’m so thankful for being a part of our incredible children’s growth and their amazing journey in learning all the wonderful Montessori skills that are shaping them to be self-dependent and well-rounded children.”
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Mike Horvath
“I’m grateful for the chance to contribute to our school in so many ways, for the students who brighten my days, and for being part of such a diverse community.”
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Terriann Lane
“As a Christian woman of faith, I am grateful for God’s grace and joy.”
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Arelis Laviera
“I am grateful to life for the opportunity to meet wonderful people and for giving me the incredible experience of watching children grow and seeing an unstoppable educational project unfold. Thank you to the universe for this experience.”
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Jia Liu
“I am grateful for another wonderful year at TNCS. In my third year here, I continue to feel supported by our families and inspired by the children’s growth each day. Being part of this community is truly a joy.”
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Bailey Miller
“I’m grateful to get to spend so much time around my kindergarteners. Their energy, curiosity, kindness, and humor deeply enrich my life and make me a better person. I’m grateful for all the hard work Miss Arelis and Mr. Mike do to keep our school safe and beautiful, and to Mr. Manuel for his adaptability and ever-positive attitude. I’m grateful for all the time and dedication Ann Marie puts into special events and staff initiatives. All the big gestures and little details do not go unnoticed! I’m grateful to the parents for all the support and gratitude they’ve shown me. Especially as a first-year lead teacher, their encouragement is endlessly reassuring.”
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Josee Molavi
“I’m thankful to have been so warmly welcomed into a vibrant community of learners and friends.”
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Maria Muñoz
“I’ve been grateful for the opportunity of joining the TNCS team. I’ve learned a lot from our staff and all the students I’ve had the honor to work with.”
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Amini Nkere
“This year, I’m really grateful for the people who’ve been patient and kind while I’ve been finding my feet in a new place! I appreciate those who’ve taken the time to get to know me and help me out along the way. I’m also super thankful for how lovely the kids are—they make every day better!”
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Yanely Pozo Pupo
“Thanks to TNCS, I was able to build my career as a Montessori teacher. I’m grateful for the opportunities that helped me grow in this beautiful profession.”
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Nameeta Sharma
“I am grateful for the wonderful diversity at TNCS—being surrounded by people from different backgrounds makes me feel welcomed, supported, and part of a warm, kind, and friendly community.”
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Ann Marie Simonetti
“I am grateful to be part of such an amazing team! We are an incredibly diverse group who each bring something unique that helps us learn and grow together. We support one another, lift each other up, and make each other laugh. I feel so lucky to walk alongside such a dedicated, caring, and talented group of people every day.”
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Sarah Steffan
“Grateful for my coworkers who make every day fun!”
You see, “TNCS” is more than a name. It reflects our values:
💚 Thankful
🌱 Nurturing
🤝 Community-Oriented
✨ Supportive
To everyone who makes TNCS what it is, thank you. Your care, creativity, patience, and partnership are felt in countless ways, every day. Here’s to carrying this spirit of gratitude forward into 2026!
