De Ann Mitchell, Doxey elementary
Mar 13, 2026, 3:15 PM | Updated: Mar 17, 2026, 11:49 am
“Some people teach because it’s their job, but some teach because it’s who they are. She is the kind of teacher who goes far beyond the classroom. She pours her heart into her students, always looking for ways to support, encourage, and lift them up—especially those who need it most. She quietly helps low-income students and their families, making sure they feel seen, cared for, and supported.
Her compassion doesn’t stop at school. She lovingly cares for her elderly father and a dear friend, showing the same patience and dedication she gives to everyone in her life. She has also opened her home and her heart by adopting children, giving them the love and stability every child deserves.
At work, she makes every staff member feel valued and appreciated. She has a way of bringing people together and reminding everyone that they matter. Her kindness is steady, genuine, and felt by everyone around her.
More than anything, she is simply a remarkable human being and an incredible friend. The world is better because of the love, generosity, and care she shares so freely.”
-Kishell Olsen
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