Jodi,

What a blessing it was to work with you! I vividly remember that first summer when we were at school getting our classrooms ready. My first impression was that you had a great sense of style. You seemed to effortlessly transform your room into a comfortable, inviting space. I quickly saw that same attention to detail in the way you presented yourself each day. Your trendy shoes, cute outfits and perfect accessories were only outshone by your beautiful smile.

I admire you as a teacher. It was evident that you loved your students through holding them accountable and by providing fun learning experiences like the Interactive Space Museum. Then there was the DC Trip. What a treat it was for Ava Mei's class to have you as a chaperone. Those students loved getting to spend that time with you.

This picture makes me smile. You were cheering on and encouraging your students in Tug of War, but still rocking the cute shoes and accessories even on House Games day. :)

I am so grateful to know you as a sister in Christ. Your warm and caring spirit and your ability to add humor to most any situation brought many of us much joy. I know your faith will sustain you as you lean on Him for every detail.