Mrs. Fralin was Selected as the Tehama County Feature Teacher for February!

 February Feature Teacher: Cindy Fralin

In the 14 years she has been teaching at Richfield School, Cindy Fralin has had many rewarding and memorable moments.  “They come in little bits and bites,” she said. “There are so many… I think that for any teacher, and for me personally, one of the greatest joys is to hear from a former student about how their time in our classroom has positively impacted their life.  Those moments are priceless.”  

 Cindy teaches 7^th and 8^th grade at Richfield school.  She was recently honored with the Feature Teacher award, presented by Larry Champion, County Superintendent of Schools, Rich Gifford, Richfield School Superintendent and Tyler Smail of Edward Jones for her dedicated and successful teaching practices. 

“By featuring teachers like Cindy, we’re providing a forum to share the things that work and to honor those who are making a difference for the students in Tehama County,” said Champion.  "Mrs. Fralin has set high expectations for her students, both for behavior and academics.  Year after year, her students are stretched to achieve more than they believe possible, added Gifford.  “This is reflected not only in high test scores, but also in her students, who realize a true sense of accomplishment.  Mrs. Fralin’s students often view their year with her as the cornerstone of their student career."

Fralin, who accepted the recognition with humility, pointed out that her accomplishments are due in part to the help and support of those around her, saying: “I never expected to be recognized with an award like this.  It is truly an honor.  Our successes have a great deal to do with our dedication to our students and to each other out here at Richfield.  We have a wonderful team of teachers who are very supportive of one another.”  When asked what advice she would give to others, she said, “Smile and be flexible.  Be sure and have goals and objectives, but always allow flexibility, because the classroom provides you with an ever changing environment, full of opportunities to teach.  That, and have a sense of humor!”

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