Yerger Middle School teacher Deadra Caesar-Simington got a double honor as Teacher of the Month for November and December. Caesar-Simington was recognized for her dedication to students and exemplary professionalism in the classroom and as a member of the YMS School Leadership Team. She has been actively involved in professional development regarding school culture and recently completed mentorship requirements for an MSE degree in Educational Leadership at Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia. The award was divided between the two months because of holiday breaks, according to YMS Principal Mike Radebaugh. – Hope Public Schools