Shawna Blamires, Mt view Jr high
Jul 29, 2026, 2:00 PM | Updated: Jul 30, 2026, 12:34 pm
”Shawna Blamires embodies the true spirit of selflessness, excellence, and dedication. As a math teacher at Mountain View Junior High, she works endlessly to support her students and create a positive, engaging learning environment every day. Beyond her outstanding commitment in the classroom, she demonstrated the ultimate form of compassion and courage five years ago when she donated a portion of her liver to save my life.
As a fellow teacher, I know firsthand the profound impact an educator can have on others—but Shawna’s sacrifice went far beyond the call of duty. Her extraordinary gift gave me a second chance at life and enabled me to return to the classroom. Because of her heroism and generosity, we are both able to continue doing what we love: teaching, inspiring young minds, and making a lasting difference in the lives of our students and community.
Shawna is not only an exceptional educator, but an extraordinary human being who truly represents the very best of Utah’s teachers. She is deeply deserving of the KSL Teacher of the Year award.”
-Jesse Davis
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