Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers have had to pivot and adapt while still going above and beyond for their students. To say thank you, Manitoba Pork launched "Manitoba's Best Teacher," a contest that gave students, parents, and fellow educators an opportunity to nominate their favourite teachers.

Due to a positively overwhelming response in submissions, Manitoba Pork chose four winners who were presented with $500 toward improving their school. One of those winners was St. James-Assiniboia School Division's very own Miranda Turabian from Phoenix School, Headingly.

"We would like to nominate Mrs. T! Mrs. T is kind, hard-working and absolutely amazing. Throughout the entire Kindergarten year, she has been a constant support for the kids she teaches. Through COVID challenges, Mrs. T would personally deliver teaching materials, books, and parent-teacher material to our doorstep without hesitation to ensure Owen didn't miss a beat. At Christmas, Mrs. T delivered a Christmas gift to every one of her students on her own time. She is truly selfless. Mrs. T goes above and beyond the call of duty, and we feel so fortunate to have been a part of her class this year."  - Phoenix Elementary School nominators.

Congratulations Miranda! Our sincere thank you to you and every teacher for all of the hard work you have done over the past school year.