Fort Worth ISD offers a special award each spring called the
Ann Brannon Award.
The Ann Brannon Awards for music, mathematics, art, reading, science and physical education are given annually to students in the Fort Worth Independent School District for exemplary academic achievement. In order to qualify, one must score in the top 4-percent in their field on overall grades for which the award is given. These awards were established in 1976 when Mrs. Brannon, a former elementary teacher and then Assistant Superintendent for Instruction for the FWISD, suggested that the district honor students who showed the most improvement in a subject or those who advanced beyond normal expectations in a class. Teachers and staff choose the recipients of the award.
Being a school of choice where our children are encouraged to problem solve real-life situations, our school approaches the award differently. Third through fifth grade students who feel they are deserving of the award for either highest achievement or most improved must first apply. This involves writing a letter stating why they are the best candidate. Once chosen, they submit creative written documentation and procure letters of recommendation. This is submitted when they present their case before 4-5 adult judges. The students also dress up to present, much like a job interview. It's very intense!
This year Daisy applied for Highest Achievement in Music and was honored by becoming a finalist. She created a movie for her interview. I recorded her playing her recorder for the movie.
It's ba-ack!
We asked a couple friends to reenact how Daisy showed her leadership skills when the music teacher asked her to help other students.
We also recorded the Daiser playing piano for background music. She brought in her smaller keyboard for the interview to play a live piece for the judges. A quote that she included in her presentation was from a song that said, "Lights shine bright, every where we go." She said she likes to shine her light for others.
I caught her smiling when she first sat down.
But as time passed, the nerves started kicking in.
Each student receives a finalist certificate. Daisy is reading hers intently.
Finally her name was called as a recipient!!
There were around 60 kids who applied. Roughly 20 of those received an interview, and about half of those were Ann Brannon Award Recipients.
Daisy earned an interview last year. She was super happy to receive the award this year.
My Scholar.
Tradition is that the 5th grade/Faculty volleyball game immediately follows the Award Ceremony. Here is my little boy taking the edge off the hot sun with a popsicle.
Eli, Lester and Luis--best buddies.
Daisy and Londyn--best buddies.
Mommy's best buddies.
Daisy chillin' with that big ole medal hanging around her neck.
The taste of success!
My girl is such a hard worker. I'm very proud of her accomplishment!
Ann Brannon Award.
The Ann Brannon Awards for music, mathematics, art, reading, science and physical education are given annually to students in the Fort Worth Independent School District for exemplary academic achievement. In order to qualify, one must score in the top 4-percent in their field on overall grades for which the award is given. These awards were established in 1976 when Mrs. Brannon, a former elementary teacher and then Assistant Superintendent for Instruction for the FWISD, suggested that the district honor students who showed the most improvement in a subject or those who advanced beyond normal expectations in a class. Teachers and staff choose the recipients of the award.
Being a school of choice where our children are encouraged to problem solve real-life situations, our school approaches the award differently. Third through fifth grade students who feel they are deserving of the award for either highest achievement or most improved must first apply. This involves writing a letter stating why they are the best candidate. Once chosen, they submit creative written documentation and procure letters of recommendation. This is submitted when they present their case before 4-5 adult judges. The students also dress up to present, much like a job interview. It's very intense!
This year Daisy applied for Highest Achievement in Music and was honored by becoming a finalist. She created a movie for her interview. I recorded her playing her recorder for the movie.
Just when you think you are done with the recorder for 3 years until the little brother plays it in 4th grade.
DayFranDan is my over-achiever and that poor girl puts so much pressure on herself to be her very best.
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