CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS — Team Duval is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the incredible impact our more than 240 school counselors make every single day. They advocate for students, help them navigate their academic journeys, and guide them toward their goals. Our success as an A-rated district with a 97.6% graduation rate would not be possible without these dedicated professionals. As part of this special week, dozens of counselors gathered at the Schultz Center for their annual conference, focused on building student “superpowers” like grit and resilience – perfectly aligned with the national theme of helping students thrive and preparing them for college, career, and life. Their commitment to growing their own “superpowers” directly fuels student success across Team Duval. Join us in thanking our outstanding school counselors for the lasting difference they make in our schools and community!
🤖🚀 AXSON ROBOTICS IS GOING STATE! 🚀🤖
Nine incredible 5th grade students from J. Allen Axson Elementary have done something AMAZING—the Axson Robotics Team has officially earned a spot at the State Invitational in St. Petersburg, FL on February 20–21, 2026! 🎉👏
This is a huge accomplishment and a testament to our students’ creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Now, we need the community to rally behind them as we work to get these bright minds to state! 💙
Let’s show up, show out, and support our future engineers and innovators!📅 Donations needed by Jan 31, 2026
💸 Checks: J. Allen Axson (memo: Robotics)
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Her calm, nurturing spirit and dedication to fostering independence and curiosity shine through in everything she does. Mrs. Kristin creates a classroom environment where children feel seen, valued, and inspired to explore the world around them — the true heart of Montessori education. 🌿
Thank you, Mrs. Kristin, for guiding our students with patience, purpose, and love. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom walls, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of the Axson family! 💛✨
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Mrs. Hooten embodies the heart of Montessori education—she guides with patience, nurtures curiosity, and creates an environment where her students grow into independent and joyful learners. Her dedication to fostering a love of discovery is evident in every lesson and every child she touches.
Thank you, Mrs. Hooten, for the countless ways you inspire, encourage, and uplift our community at J. Allen Axson. We are grateful for your commitment to the Montessori philosophy and the difference you make each day. 🌱💫
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How lucky is the Axson school community to have so many incredible teachers to celebrate? This week we’re thrilled to shine our spotlight on Ms. Kori Olsen! 🎉
Ms. Kori is one of our amazing Upper Elementary teachers at J. Allen Axson Montessori School, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have her guiding and inspiring our students every day. Her passion, dedication, and Montessori spirit make our school community shine even brighter! 💫
Drop a 💛 or a 👏 in the comments to help us celebrate Ms. Kori!
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Let’s give a big Axson shout-out to Mrs. Ricks—welcome to the Magic of Montessori! 🌟👏
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Mrs. Tanya is an incredible Montessori teacher who brings joy, creativity, and passion to her classroom every day. We are so lucky to have her as part of our Axson family! 💙🍎🌟
Axson’s Teacher of the Week!
We are thrilled to celebrate Mrs. Stacy Avera, our dedicated Upper Elementary Teacher! Her passion, creativity, and commitment to guiding students toward independence and discovery shine through each day. Our school and community are truly fortunate to have her as part of the Axson family. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Avera!
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We kindly ask each Axson family to donate one bag of red mulch to support this effort. Mulch may be dropped off on the main office porch, placed on the pallet near the door, between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori’s deep respect for nature, this hands-on event reflects her belief that the outdoor environment is a vital extension of the classroom. Through this work, we nurture curiosity, peace, and a lasting connection to the world around us.
Key Montessori principles behind Greening of the Grounds:
Meaningful exposure to nature
Practical life activities and stewardship
Developing environmental responsibility
Cultivating global citizenship
Embracing sustainability
How You Can Help:
Let’s work together to create a beautiful, welcoming environment for our students to grow and thrive. We can’t wait to see you there!
