KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL: Staff member is a wonderful example for entire school

“Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.  Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed, to me: I lift my lamp beside the golden door.”

-- Emma Lazarus

By Tommie Saylor
Kennedy High School Principal

From the not-so-random acts of kindness category, we have a staff member that joined our ranks a few years ago, someone who has struggled in other buildings in the district, yet seems to have found a home here at Kennedy High School. 

A staff member that has a huge heart and an endless supply of kindness, a person that will quite literally give you the shirt off of his back even if he needs it more than you.

This staff member commits deliberate acts of kindness, and has no sense of the number of hours in a day he spends helping students, teachers, and administrators. He returns to the school for almost every after-school event. 

This staff member has a true service mentality, is exceptionally hard on himself and finds a true sense of pleasure and fulfillment in helping others. 

This staff member, Mr. Avelardo Paredes, is more than just a simple office secretary (administrative assistant), he is the embodiment of the spirit of Kennedy High School.

This is not just a reflection of Ave, it is also a testimonial to the character of Kennedy High School.

You give us your best, show a desire to succeed, have a passion for your profession and we will find a place for you. 

At Kennedy we understand that everyone has value, that every living soul has something to contribute, and all you need to do to be a part of this team is to put forth effort and we will gladly “offer our hand in friendship” and make you a part of one of the best educational teams in the Downriver area. 

We don’t care about your position or job title. We understand that it takes a village to raise a child, and we are that village.  All we consider is your dedication to the team, mission, job and our students.

So hats off to Ave, and to the entire Kennedy team for creating an atmosphere where everyone is welcomed.

Helping students to find their greatness. Making Kennedy the school of choice. Excellence by design.