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Mrs. Pakuch was an incredible GATE (Gifted and Talented Education Program) teacher to two of my sons. They looked forward to their time in her class. She made them feel welcome and loved. She taught them about life, history, science, and real world applications. She became their friend and got to know their interests and talked to them about their extra-curricular activities. I recognized how impactful Mrs .Pakuch had been in their lives, when my son said, "when I walk into Mrs Pakuch's room, it feels like coming home." I am grateful for the love and care she gave my boys."
Crystal Howarth, Parent, Henderson, Nevada
Heidi Zilles-Pakuch taught three of my children in the GATE program (Gifted and Talented Education Program). She engages a child’s mind and heart in a way that is rare among even teachers. She knows and relates to each child as an individual. She has an infectious enthusiasm for exploring the world with the children she works with. Her creativity knows NO limits! Even after many years, my children remember the things they learned and the projects they did with Ms. Zilles-Pakuch. Even after all of these years, she takes an interest in how the kids are doing and what they are interested in.Our family’s lives have been blessed to know and interact with her”
Melissa Stewart, Parent,
Henderson, Neveda
“Heidi has the ability to increase my children’s confidence. I have one daughter that struggled in school. Heidi built her confidence and helped her to believe in herself and her abilities. This child now has confidence. Not just on schoolwork but confidence with knowing that she has worth and amazing talents and abilities. We will forever be grateful for the difference that Heidi has made. She has the ability of reaching children even when their parents can’t seem to reach their child. She has changed my children’s lives forever and has helped them to recognize their identity and the great gifts they have. She has forever impacted my children but has impacted many!! She is a miracle worker!”
Natalie Strickland, Parenet, Henderson, Nevada
"Mrs. Pakuch always challenged my girls to expand their knowledge. She did this through instruction and projects. The projects helped advance their creativity and really solidified the concepts she was teaching. She truly cares about her students and their learning. My girls have fond memories of Mrs. Pakuch."
Jim Beckham, Parent, Hensderson, Nevada
“Mrs. Pakuch was my children's G.A.T.E. teacher in elementary school. Over the years, I got to know her as I volunteered in the classroom, and especially when I chaperoned a field trip to Washington D.C. Heidi motivates people to discover their abilities. Her positive energy is contagious. She truly cares about people."
Gabrielle Seidenberg, Parent, Hensderson, Nevada
"We highly recommend Heidi as a coach and role model for any child or teen. She is a fantastic and gifted teacher. 3 of our children were impacted greatly by her unique ability “think outside the box” in solving problems. She is a positive force of love and light."
Kate, Parent, Hensderson, Nevada
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