Curt Fry teacher honored with Western Governors University A+ Award

Dr. Terrence Hopson of Western Governors University presented the A+ Award to Miss McGee, a teacher at Curt Fry Elementary in Indian Prairie CUSD 204, recognizing her work connecting with students and adapting lessons to their interests.

Michelle Barbie Demora, a Curt Fry Elementary parent who nominated Miss McGee, wrote that “what truly sets Miss McGee apart is her commitment to creating meaningful connections with her students by embracing their individual interests and passions.” Demora described how Miss McGee celebrated a student, Francisco, who has autism by building a classroom activity around his interest in Mario, saying the party made the child “could not be as happy as he was.”

Miss McGee told attendees the recognition was “such an honor” and described trying to “make every day as fun as possible for the kids,” adding that small classroom celebrations and activities help keep young students engaged. The nomination also cited examples of classroom events described as a disco party and an International Mario Day activity that staff said helped include and engage a particular student.

No formal board or district action, vote, or policy change was recorded in the transcript segment. The presentation was a recognition of classroom practice and family-staff collaboration; details about the award’s selection process or any accompanying funding were not specified in the transcript.

The school and the parent highlighted inclusive teaching practices and classroom-level approaches to engaging students with diverse needs. No additional follow-up items or district directives were recorded in the provided transcript.