Cheney Educator of the Year named

CHENEY - In a heartfelt recognition of her unwavering dedication and contributions to the world of education, Courtnie Mirabelli has been awarded the prestigious Cheney Educator of the Year by the West Plains Chamber of Commerce.

This accolade is a testament to Mirabelli's enduring passion for teaching, especially her commitment to working with multilingual students and their families.

Mirabelli's journey as an educator spans two decades, with significant experience teaching kindergarten in a dual language school, where both Spanish and English were spoken.

"I loved witnessing every student le...