Music that Describes Brandon
Brandon Warren's nominator would like to remain anonymous.
Mr. Warren is a five-star educator who gives one hundred percent to his students, school, and community. He is more than just an outstanding teacher. Mr. Warren is an ambassador for change, a researcher, a leader, and a great colleague and friend. He integrates high-quality content into daily lessons giving his students a decided advantage for the future. His attention to vocabulary development and foundational reading skills prepare students for the complex texts they encounter in the higher elementary grades. Although he teaches first grade, the students study a wide range of topics, from Egyptian mummies to the workings of the human body. Their vocabulary knowledge at the end of first grade includes words like sarcophagus and digestive system.
"Regardless of their challenges, these students are exposed to rigorous content. We have been fortunate to watch students respond in an overwhelmingly positive way," said the nominator.
Mr. Warren is skilled in teaching foundational reading skills. He works with students tirelessly on decoding, blending, and word recognition. He also tries to pinpoint the difficulty a student may have and uses the school's Response to Intervention program to place the appropriate interventions in place. A student's success in reading is important to Mr. Warren, as it is one of the most influential skills a student can have. His goal is to have 95% of his students reading by the end of each year. He views teaching reading as a means to help produce literate members of society and break generational cycles of poverty that can come with a lack of education. Mr. Warren has found his passion and his gift as a teacher.
Mr. Warren is eager and willing to share his knowledge with his colleagues. His principal regularly calls on him to lead professional development meetings. Mr. Warren works tirelessly to create the perfect presentation that not only gets educators to self-reflect, but provides them with realistic ways to put new information into practice inside the classroom. Mr. Warren doesn't stop there, though. He works with struggling students after school through the Gator All-Star Academy program. In his work with these students, he expands the students' knowledge of scientific concepts and science vocabulary. This content acceleration has countless researched advantages for the students included in this outreach. Students can take the skills they acquire in the afternoon program back into the classroom, which helps them succeed in reaching new academic heights! Outside of school, Mr. Warren volunteers for his community with CASA as a court-appointed special advocate for children in the foster care system. This organization advocates for the well-being of abused or neglected children to ensure they have the safe and loving home environment they deserve.
It is easy to see that Mr. Warren is an exemplary educator. He is dedicated to perfecting his teaching and constantly studies the research to ensure he uses the most effective practices to move students toward academic success. His dedication to teaching is matched by his dedication to his family. A father of five and a loving husband to his wife, Jenna, he balances his family's needs with the needs of his classroom and school. He is reflective and always eager to improve and grow as an educator.
"As you can see, he is a LifeChanger already, and he is a positive influence on all of us lucky enough to know him," said the nominator. "It is truly an honor to nominate Mr. Warren for this achievement, and I could not think of anyone more deserving of the title, 'LifeChanger.'"
Mr. Warren does so much for our school and its students. He deserves this award and many accolades for all his hard work. I know that he is going to accomplish so much, and I am challenged to study and keep on my toes just to keep up!
Mr. Warren is a dedicated and caring teacher! He has great skills and talents in knowing how to get the best out of his kids! The progression I have seen in my child has been so encouraging! He is a great communicator and always has insight and input into the educational progress of his students! Thank you Mr. Warren for your genuineness and your concern for your students!!
Mr. Warren is a terrific educator & even more than that a great person and coworker! He’s the type of teacher that supports his students, while also supporting his fellow team members. He always has a smile on his face and is ready to take on a new day! I’ll never forget how much he helped me with my biggest assignment while finishing my education degree. He was a wealth of information and made me feel at ease about it!
Mr. Warren is most deserving of this award. He is passionate about teaching and has so much knowledge about the science of reading.
My youngest son Liam was in his class 2 years ago, he was his first "real teacher" after returning back to live learning vs virtual. Can I please say how dearly loved Mr. Warren is. He is still Liams "favorite teacher". When Liam would finish his class work early he would give him work that was a little more advanced to keep him occupied, and in the words of Liam "he actually made learning fun". Thank you Mr. Warren for being someone who my child will cherish all his school days into adulthood. There is always that one teacher who will always stand out in a child's mind and heart and you sir are that teacher.
Mr. Warren is a wonderful person. He has unending patience and love for our children at Center!
BJ Warren is definitely a life changer! He is such a positive person, always encouraging those around him. I have never seen him in a bad mood, although I'm sure it happens, but he is intentional about bringing his best self to every interaction. His students love him! They know he cares about each one of them, and they know they are safe when they are in his care. My son is a student of his currently, and he loves school and often asks if he can stay after school for a bit just to hang out with Mr. Warren a little bit longer. He has a heart of gold, volunteering with causes in our community. I think his heart is happiest when he's helping children, but he makes the whole world a much brighter place.
I am always excited when I hear that Mr. Warren is conducting a training session. He always offers refreshing and practical ideas and strategies to use in the classroom and adaptive ways to use across all grade levels. He is a realist and understands how to specifically meet the needs of students across all socioeconomic statuses and demographics. I have had the pleasure of working with him in a co-teaching environment, and his classroom offers each child a warm and inviting atmosphere, with ongoing opportunities for success and encouragement. Mr. Warren is a team player, not only among his grade level, but on any committee or group task he is a part of. he is truly an asset to center Elementary and ware County School District.
Mr. Warren is an amazing and passionate educator. He not only works hard to have engaging and highly effective lessons for his students, he also shares his researched knowledge with colleagues. He is truly a life changer and deserves this award.
Mr. Warren is a leader among his colleagues at Center Elementary. He is in a continual state of learning and seeking to acquire more knowledge about the Science of Reading and teaching strategies that will help his first-grade students learn to read! He knows the importance of the five pillars of reading and has made it his mission to integrate all of his research about effective teaching strategies and core knowledge into his daily schedule! He not only puts all that he is learning into practice, but he leads our teachers at Center Elementary in professional learning to support our school's literacy goal. To say it simpler, he makes learning fun for his students, and many times, they just think they are having fun (not learning and working)!
Mr. Warren is an exceptional leader and teacher. He shows such patience and kindness towards his students when teaching and when encountered by them for just a casual conversation. When you witness Mr. Warren with a student, he radiates genuine care for each one that he talks to he, taking his time to listen and responding accordingly. I have had the pleasure of working alongside Mr. Warren this year and it has been such a great experience to learn and grow under his leadership. He is truly compassionate about what he does as an educator and I could not think of anyone more deserving than him!
He is an amazing teacher. He does all that he can to help you understand what he is teaching. I love being in the room when he is teaching science he pulls you in and makes you want to learn more.
Mr. Warren is an all around amazing person. Everything he does is for the betterment of others including his family, school babies, and friends. His light is constantly shining as a beacon of love, joy, and hope for others. He’s the perfect person to call a life changer because he is just that. ??????
Mr. Warren is a phenomenal teacher that works hard to make sure all of his students succeed. He makes learning fun for everyone - students and teachers!
Mr. Warren,
I hope that you get this award. You work hard and tirelessly throughout the year.
Way to go BJ!!! I’m so proud of you!??
This is truly wonderful. So happy for him. What a great honor .
Congratulations, BJ. I know you will be a major influence in the lives of many!
Couldn’t imagine there being anyone more deserving of an honor like this! Congratulations!
Every kid who is in his classroom is a lucky one!
He has the perfect personality that is needed for his job!
Congratulations. What a great accomplishment. We need more teachers like this!
BJ is a wonderful teacher! He is kind, compassionate, and patient. He has a passion for all students to learn and thrive not only in the classroom but in life as well!
B.J -“ Mr. Warren” - As your Mom, I am so proud of you and the achievements you have accomplished!! Your spirit has always shown bright as a gift from God and so special. You are the child, who even when no longer needing daycare would beg me to call “Mrs Sherry “ to see if you could “go see the babies”, which meant you wanted to help care for them. Your connection to children has always been obvious !!! Love you ,proud of you , and all the things you have over come and accomplished. I love you Mom
BJ (Brandon) is much deserving of this award!!!
BJ is one of those educators that truly makes a monumental difference in the lives of the children he teaches. He doesn’t bombard the students with nonsense “busy” work and he uses so many strategies to help his students reach the standards. Briggs knew 75 site words prior to starting first grade. He had a terrible kindergarten year and missed lots of learning time during the onset of the pandemic. In addition to the challenges all students faced, Briggs also had some eye problems and possible slight Dyslexia. Bj has bridged the gap for my son and made such an impact on his life. I’m not sure of what his oral reading fluency is now or how many site words he knows to date, but I can tell you that my baby can sound out unknown words and is reading! He’s reading everywhere we go. Bj some how finds a way to read with Briggs daily, even with 20 other kids. He treats Briggs like one of his own and his impact will be life long. Additionally, he’s patient beyond words and is always available to the parents. It sometimes makes me emotional because to think about the role he’s played in the life of my child. When I asked Briggs his favorite thing about BJ he said: I just love him and he protects me when I’m scared. ??
I have had the privilege to work with Brandon for many years. He is dedicated to the success of our students and teaches the whole child. He works hard everyday and loves to help others! I am so proud of him and all his accomplishments!
Congratulations BJ so proud of you. I know you are a great teacher??
Congratulations BJ! I know how proud your mom is! Keep up the good work!
Your school is blessed to have found such a compassionate, student-centered educator. You are making a huge difference in the lives of so many students/children. Your love for God, family, students, children, friends and co-workers is an inspiration to many. To know you is to love you. You make me proud to know you and be a part of your life. No doubt…you are beyond deserving of the title, Life Changer! May the Lord bless you in a mighty way!
He is everything the nominative said about him and more. He is very dedicated as he/she said and is one of the kindest people you will ever meet. I’ve never seen him without a smile. He is a devoted husband, father, and friend. To know Brandon, aka BJ, is to love him.
Mr Warren is by far one of the most genuinely kind, patient individuals that I have ever met.
He deserves all things good as there are few with the beautiful qualities that he possesses.
