Deb has been working as a teacher at Walnut Grove since the early 90s. Anyone who has worked with Deb will learn to appreciate her so much more by hearing the incredible way she has been willing to try new things, often when she had no previous experience. But this willingness to embrace a can-do attitude is such a valuable example for new teachers and for students. Deb has lived her life, both personally and professionally, with a growth mindset, not shying away from opportunities but diving right in and excelling in so many ways. Think of this teacher of Walnut Grove the next time you feel you can't handle the challenges placed in front of you.