JEDIS Celebrates Teamwork and Curiosity at Recent P2 Assembly
At Jordan-Elbridge Dynamic Intermediate School (JEDIS), the excitement around character education was palpable during the last week's Positivity Project (P2) assembly. As part of the school’s commitment to building positive relationships and strong character, JEDIS incorporates the Positivity Project into daily life for students in grades 4 and 5. The program highlights 24 character strengths throughout the year, with each week dedicated to one specific strength.
For the 2024-2025 school year, JEDIS kicked things off by teaching students about teamwork and curiosity. Teachers, staff, and administrators keep a close eye on those modeling these strengths, recognizing their efforts during assemblies like the recent one.
Students and staff who demonstrated exceptional teamwork were awarded certificates, tokens for the school’s book vending machine, and had their pictures added to the “Other People Matter” wall outside the JEDIS office—a hallmark of the Positivity Project’s philosophy.
Teamwork Award Recipients:
- Layla Knapp
- Elena Rogers
- Taetum Wilson
- Quayshawn Heindel
- Giovanni Greco
- Austin McWethy
- Skylar Wisniewski
- Madison Kostoroski
- Jacob Wilson
- Mr. Chris Sinclair (JEDIS)
- Mrs. Sue Naples (JEDIS)
- Mr. Drew Deapo (Middle School)
These students and staff were recognized for their outstanding ability to work with others, always prioritizing the success of their team or group.
The next character strength the school explored was curiosity. Award recipients in this category consistently showcased their love for learning and asking questions that sparked further discovery.
Curiosity Award Recipients:
- Miles Wilcken
- Elliott Courtney
- Logan Bittel
- Luca Guerrette
- Mason Rogers
- Jackson Campion
- Lucy Ahrens
- Mrs. Bethany Germain (JEDIS)
- Mr. Dave Sipley (Middle School)
This P2 assembly was not only an opportunity to celebrate individual achievements but also to reinforce the values of teamwork and curiosity school-wide. As the year progresses, more students and staff will continue to be recognized for embracing the diverse character strengths that help shape a positive, inclusive community at JEDIS.