32
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SERVICE
Shelley's passion and positive spirit enthusiastically celebrate the individual growth of each of her students. She helps them
find their voices, learn boundaries and support one another."
– lower school colleague
I am continually amazed by her energy and wonder about a whole array of topics from sports to languages to travel
to cuisine. She gets excited about all of it. She is a superb example of a life-long learner."
– upper school colleague
Words most often used to describe her: boundless energy, unflagging energy,
tireless energy, enormous energy.
Claim to fame: only person to reach more than 18,000 steps on her Fitbit in one
day at the lower school.
Will be missed for: her sweet and sincere thank you notes sent for the smallest of
things, her work ethic, her sense of humor, her professionalism, her positive attitude
and her friendly, kind manner with everyone she meets.
Words most often used to describe her: curious, enthusiastic, dedicated, loyal,
diehard White Sox fan.
Claim to fame: family connections at Latin. Sons Alex and Michael are alums and
husband Giuseppe taught one of the most popular classes for Live & Learn, Latin's
long-running adult education program, for more than 25 years.
Will be missed for: her thoughtfulness and support to colleagues as a mentor and
Faculty Fellow.
SHELLEY ADDISON
SENIOR KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
MARSHA DRAGONETTI
LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT CHAIR
FAREWELLS: Latin's 2016 Retirees
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