Meredith DeFore Teacher of the Year
Meredith DeFore, secondary exceptional education teacher at Pizitz Middle School, has been nominated to represent the district for the Alabama Teacher of the Year. Being a role model for teachers, she was nominated by her peers for this prestigious award. DeFore has been teaching for 15 years at Pizitz Middle School and is a nurturing and supportive teacher to all students and fellow colleagues.
“It is my goal to make a positive impact on each of my students’ lives and help them become lifelong learners,” DeFore said.
She believes that all students have unique learning styles and it is her goal to help them achieve their full potential. During these 15 years, she has become National Board Certified, earned a master’s degree in collaborative teaching and has her school psychometrist certification.
—Submitted by Catherine Horton, Pizitz Middle School
