Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year - Ms. Smallbone

Mrs. Smallbone is a dedicated teacher of students, supporter of colleagues, and leader of positive change in education. Here are some comments from colleagues that see her work in action for students every day: 

• “Mrs. Smallbone" always goes above and beyond to provide her students and families with an incredible educational experience and challenge her students to achieve to their fullest potential. She always has a growth mindset and will do whatever it takes to support all students.”

• “Mrs. Smallbone always has a growth mindset and believes in her students!”

• “She is always working hard to provide the best for her students and for the school.”

• “I had the opportunity to observe Mrs. Smallbone's class and was awestruck. She does a wonderful job of bringing relationship building and core values into all of her classroom discussions and expectations. Students have bought into the importance of their education. She is engaging, has limitless strategies for having students remember key details for every subject matter. Witnessing her teach is amazing. She’s the kind of teacher that Devonshire students need and want.”